It is a learning curve to safely plate the different foods you want your baby to try. From quartering grapes to removing cherry pits and slicing avocado, it can feel time-consuming to take these extra steps that help to minimize the risk of choking.

Thankfully, several kitchen tools and gadgets will make plating foods easier! Here’s a short round-up of some Joy parent favorites:

These tools are not “must haves,” but can be nice-to-haves for any foods that you find yourself chopping, slicing, and peeling a lot!