I'm so happy to report that Owen is chewing! He already has a bad habit of stuffing his mouth as full as it will get...of course, only when I'm not looking! I put a few pieces in front of him and he continues shoving...and then asks for more! Man, he's got lots to learn. For example, one bite at a time, chew each piece 20 times, etc...He is good about chewing with his mouth closed. I'm sure that is because he doesn't want any to fall out! :-)