My little girl was the same the first few times, we tried around 12 o'clock, but by the time she woke from her nap, had her bottle, waited about an hour she was then too tired to care so we moved it to later in the afternoon when she has her longest wake window and is more alert and she enjoyed it and tried it more.
I have that book and got bored of trying to fit it in with life and wasted veg, and the finger food suggestions a challenge. I’ve given my little one bits and pieces when we’re out. I made some croquettes from this Instagram - she loves them! https://www.instagram.com/yummy_little_belly?igsh=eDJ0Ym1pcXN6OW14
I also bought sachets and jars as just so much easier than prepping.
Hey, I dont have a positive story yet but my baby is the same, first week of weaning and for the last 2-3 days he just refuses to put anything food in his mouth. I’m hoping its just the start and will get better xx