Yes, gagging is a completely normal part of the learning process for babies starting solids. It can be disconcerting to watch, but it helps them learn to manage textures and eventually overcome their gag reflex. Continue to offer solids consistently to help your baby get used to the ritual. Eating together as a family and modeling how to eat can make the experience more positive, and remember that at this stage, solids are for practice—not for meeting specific nutritional targets.