Few things taste better than fresh fruit. Sure, chocolate is divine, but a fresh, juicy strawberry? Heavenly! And we bet your baby agrees. She’s bound to love the natural sweetness of fruit, and you’re bound to love the loads of vitamins and minerals that fresh fruit provides. One of the best ways to ensure that your baby is getting plenty of fresh fruit in her diet is to make some fruit purees yourself. Use the recipes below to get started. For information on when to introduce specific
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How To Make Homemade Baby Food: Baby Cereal
When it comes to starting solids, many moms like to begin with baby cereals, and for good reason -- their smooth texture and bland taste make them great first foods. But store bought baby cereal, while convenient, isn’t exactly cheap. Standard infant cereals cost around $.40 cents per ounce, and if you want organic, be prepared to pay even more! Organic baby cereals are closer to $.65 or $.70 per ounce. So how can you enjoy all the benefits of baby cereal without the hefty price tag? Three
How To Store Homemade Baby Food
Making your own baby food is a healthy and cost-effective option, but all your efforts can be wasted if you don’t know how to properly and safely store your homemade purees. Having the right refrigeration and freezing information, as well as the right storage tools, is key. Refrigerating and Freezing Your Homemade Baby Food Homemade purees can be stored safely in your refrigerator for up to 72 hours, so if you’re planning to keep your homemade baby food in the fridge, we recommend that you
How To Puree Or Mash Your Homemade Baby Food
Once you’ve baked, roasted, boiled, or steamed food for your baby, you’ll need to make it a little more “baby-friendly” by pureeing (or mashing) it. Remember, your baby’s age will determine the consistency of the food he eats: younger babies need smooth, runny purees, while older babies can handle lumpy, mashed mixtures. Use the tips and techniques below to puree or mash your homemade baby food: 4-6 Months (“Stage 1” food): Babies this age need smooth, runny purees. Tools to use: A
Should You Use Organic Fruits and Veggies to Make Your Baby’s Food?
When you make homemade baby food, it’s best to use the freshest produce possible (although using frozen fruits and vegetables is considered fine, too). But there’s another factor to consider before buying produce for your baby: organic or non-organic? Facts About Organic Produce The “organic” label can be applied to any produce that is grown using natural, non-synthetic pesticides or fertilizers and that isn’t highly processed. Organic foods have gained lots of attention in recent
How To Cook Your Baby’s Fruits and Vegetables
When it comes to fruits and vegetables, it’s best to eat them fresh and raw. But raw isn’t really an option for babies, who aren’t yet ready to handle the crunch of some fresh fruits and veggies. You’ll have to cook fruits and vegetables in order to turn them into the smoother purees that your baby can eat. Use the guide below to determine the best cooking technique for each type of fruit or vegetable you’ll prepare for your baby: Baking for Baby Food Baking allows fruits and vegetables
Should You Make Your Own Baby Food?
Now that you’ve started your baby on solid foods, you’re probably realizing that you have a few choices: you can either buy your baby’s pureed food at the grocery store, or you can make it yourself . Which option is best? This article will explore the pros and cons of buying pre-made baby food and making your baby’s food yourself. Buying Pre-Made Baby Food: The PROS and CONS THE PROS It’s convenient. Jarred baby food offers a convenience factor that homemade baby food simply doesn’t. Sure,