Baby Led Feeding Tips
Find all of my best tips and tricks for feeding your baby (either purees or finger foods) in a baby led way here. Let's make your journey into starting solids with your little one a positive, stress-free one!
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The best bread for babies 6 months old and up
Tap to find out what to look for when choosing a bread for your baby just starting solids. Also, find out how to safely serve bread! It’s a great first food for baby led weaning, but it must be served correctly - AKA toasted. Our blog will give you all of the details you need!
How to introduce pasta to babies & an easy low-sodium pesto recipe!
There are so many different types of pasta noodles out there, and some will be easier for your baby to eat depending on their stage of development. Tap to learn which pasta shapes are best suited for your baby's stage of development! Plus, we’ve included an easy low-sodium pesto recipe to try! Let us know what you think of it!
How to safely feed your baby while on holidays
If it’s your first time vacationing with your baby, you might be wondering about food allergies, water safety, and everything else that goes along with feeding babies. Oh, and don’t forget about packing all of the essentials! We understand the struggle of trying to balance adventure and parenthood. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a first-timer, we’ve got you covered. Tap to learn everything you need to know about how to safely feed your baby while on holiday!
Best foods for your sick baby
Knowing what to feed your sick baby or toddler can be so stressful, especially when they refuse everything! You just want them to eat anything at this point! Tap to learn all about the best foods for sick babies and toddlers to help keep them nourished and hydrated and what changes you can expect when your little one isn’t feeling well.
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Offer, offer again, and offer some more!
Teaching your baby HOW to develop a liking for new foods is soooo much more important than them walking away from a meal having filled up on solids. ESPECIALLY between 6-9 months of age when truly, breastmilk/formula will meet their calorie needs anyway - so take advantage! It’s a lot easier to broaden your baby’s pallet between 6-9 months of age vs trying to do this when they’re closer to 1 year of age. At that point, they actually need calories from solids to sustain them.
How to help baby develop a strong pincer grasp (+ the best foods for helping them practice)
Tap to learn everything you need to know about your baby’s pincer grasp and starting solids, with practical tips for strong development! We’ll also give you all the details on the best foods to help your baby practice their pincer grasp. One of our favorites and top recommendations is the Organic Smoothie Melts by Amara. Amara Smoothie melts have 0g of added sugar and a simple, clean list of whole food ingredients, and your baby will absolutely love the taste!
What is the best cheese for baby?
Find out which cheeses are recommended - and which are not - for babies just starting solids from 6 months+. As a highly allergenic food, it’s important to introduce dairy to your baby, but it’s also important to do so safely. Tap to learn everything you need to know about serving cheese to your baby!
Can babies eat BBQ meat?
Think your 6-month-old has to skip the barbecues this summer? Think again! There are definitely some foods that can be safely prepared on the BBQ for your baby, and I’ve got some great ideas for you! Tap to read our blog on the most important safety tips you need to know when offering your baby foods from the BBQ.
Why you can skip the 3 day wait rule when starting solids!
Tap to learn why this outdated rule is NOT necessary when introducing solids to your baby! Waiting 3 days between each new food isn’t needed (except for top allergens, and they have a specific protocol) and won’t be beneficial for your baby in the long term. In this blog, we’ll walk you through the ins and outs so you can understand the history, research, and guidelines to best prevent picky eating, safely feed your baby, and raise a healthy eater!
Cooking With Breast Milk: What You Need To Know About Storage & Baby-Safe Reheating
Sometimes your baby may leave some leftover milk in the bottle or you may pump milk in excess, leaving you with concerns about how to store and possibly re-use the milk. If this sounds like you, we’ve got you covered! Tap to learn everything you need to know about how to safely store, reheat, and serve breastmilk to your baby!
BLW Travel Foods: What to pack for your baby when on-the-go
Tap to read this blog post for everything you need to know before your next trip away with your baby! Starting solids can mean a complete change in routine, and once you get started you realize that leaving the house over lunch or dinner is a bit trickier than before - now you need food for your baby too! Tap to find out my pediatric dietitian recommended favourites!
High iron foods for baby & why they’re so important
All the information you need about iron for your 6 month old baby! You’ll learn how much iron they need, why iron is so important for babies and toddlers, and what foods offer the highest amounts of iron! Tap to find out everything you need to know!
Everything you need to know about vanilla extract for babies
Have you ever wondered if vanilla extract is safe for your baby? Tap for everything you need to know about vanilla extract for your baby. From why it contains alcohol, to how to serve it safely to your baby, and everything in between. We’ll even share one of our favorite ways to use vanilla extract in a baby-friendly recipe!