How many solid meals should a baby eat daily at first?

When first starting solids, the general recommendation is to begin with just one meal per day. After the baby has adjusted, you can gradually increase the frequency by adding a new meal or a snack every 2 to 3 weeks. By 10 months, most babies are typically ready for three meals and two snacks, though you can skip snacks if they conflict with nap schedules or interfere with overall milk intake.