New to baby-led weaning? Don't panic if your little one only eats a bite or two at first. Learning to eat takes time and breastmilk/ formula remains their primary source of nutrition in the early days of eating. 🥦🍎🍐🥕 . Here are the approximate meal sizes by age. Some

Apples have long been a popular first food for babies. But not all forms of apple are safe for baby-led weaning. 🍎🍏 . Skip raw pieces of apple and try these ideas instead: 1) Unsweetened apple sauce 2) Soft, steamed apple wedges 3) Soft, roasted apple slices 4) Grated apple

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Food allergies are scary for any parent and can be a major anxiety source when introducing new foods to your baby. . However, new research suggests that not all food allergies in infants persist beyond the early years. Researchers in Australia found that 89% of egg allergies and

One of the most common mistakes parents make when introducing solids is not offering them often enough, especially in the early days of eating. And it's no surprise, really. Starting solids can feel scary and dangerous. . However, these early exposures are critical for oral moto

Is your little one all backed up after starting solids? 💩 Rest assured, this is not uncommon. Here are a few things you can do to help get things moving: . 1. Incorporate high fiber foods such as soft-cooked veggies, soft fruit, and cooked whole grains such as oats, whole-grai

Zukes/courgette/zucchini is a versatile choice for baby-led weaning. It can be offered all by itself as cooked sticks, grated into pancakes, or as zoodles mixed with no added salt passata. 💚 . During the early days of eating, exposing your bub to a wide variety of textures is

Fatty fish are an excellent source of omega-3 - an important nutrient for early brain development, vision, and possibly motor skills*. However, not all forms of fish are safe for babies. . 🐟 Larger fish tend to contain high levels of mercury which has been shown to impact neu

The Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children was one of the first studies to show the lasting impact of introducing kids to lumpy foods at a later age. Kids introduced lumpy solids after 9 months were reported to have more feeding problems and consume less of all 10 catego

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If you're nervous about introducing an allergen like eggs to your child, you're not alone. Many new parents feel this way, even when their child is not at high risk. . While I will be the first to admit that food allergies can be scary, it's important to keep in mind that only 8

As many of you know, iron intake is an important consideration for kids starting solids, particularly if your child is breastfed. Breastmilk is low in iron and by 4-6 months kids are usually running low on this important mineral. . Even if your child is formula-fed, exposing the

Let's talk about chicken. 🍗🍗 . Some parents get nervous about dishing up chicken to their bub because it can be on the dry side (and therefore a choking hazard). However, various forms of chicken are appropriate for infants starting solids. . Instead of over-cooked chunk o

Just a gentle reminder that you don't need to force your baby to eat at mealtimes. Kids are good at recognizing when they're hungry and when they're full - and that's an instinct worth preserving. . Sometimes your baby may not get much food in their mouth but there's value in let

Summer is here in the northern hemisphere and there's no better time to talk about hydration. . Young kids are particularly vulnerable to the adverse impacts of hot weather. . Here are a few things you can do to ensure that your baby 6mo+ is getting enough fluid on hot days: .

'Should you buy organic foods for your baby?' is a question that comes up a lot. The truth is the research on this topic is mixed and kinda messy. 🍎🥑🍓🥒🥕 . 🥦 Little bodies are more vulnerable to the damaging effects of pesticides, however, organic doesn't always

To those of you in the US, happy July 4th! . If you're spending the day outside today don't forget that babies are vulnerable to dehydration and may need some extra fluid. These high water content foods can help kids 6 months+ stay cool and meet their fluid needs. 🍉🍊🥒 .

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☝️ BPA is an acronym worth paying attention to. It stands for bisphenol A - a chemical commonly used in plastics manufacturing. . ☝️BPA is often found in food storage containers, plastic water bottles, baby bottles, cans, and toys. Diet is the most significant source of

New to baby-led weaning? Here are a few examples of foods that you should avoid feeding your infant because they are high in salt, a foodborne illness risk, or a choking hazard. . In addition, soy sauce, candies/lollies, pumpkin/ sunflower seeds, unpasteurized dairy, and pickles