When to introduce solids to a baby
Australian and World Health Organisation guidelines recommend introducing solids 180 days after baby’s birth. You could follow this rule to the letter, put 180 red marks on your calendar and then whip...
View ArticleIs introducing solids before six months okay?
Your mum keeps telling you to wait until your baby is 6 months old to whip out the zucchini puree but your best friend keeps saying you need to start solids now, even though your baby is only 4 months...
View ArticleIntroducing solids before 6 months disadvantages
Are there any negative effects of exclusive breastfeeding for six months? It is important to breastfeed exclusively (when possible) and bottle feed exclusively if you cannot breastfeed. In cases of...
View ArticleIntroducing solids after 6 months disadvantages
It may be hard to imagine that the little mouth that’s been suckling your breasts for the past six months is already ready to eat from a spoon. Whether the realisation that baby’s just about ready for...
View Article10 tips for deciding whether your baby is ready for solids
It’s sometimes difficult to decide whether or not your baby is ready to start solids. These ten tips will help you decide whether or not it’s time to whip up a sweet potato mash or some other delicacy...
View ArticlePear and berry puree with almonds
Baby puree recipe with pear, berry and almond meal. It’s a healthy snack for babies 6-12 months who are making the transition to eating solid foods. Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 25...
View ArticleBaby jam and cream scones
This healthy baby food recipe for jam and cream scones uses yoghurt and 100% fruit jam. Older kids will love this healthy snack too. Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: No cooking Difficulty...
View ArticleQuick pea and ham soup (suitable for babies)
This pea & ham soup makes a hearty, healthy meal for the whole family including a puree for babies from 7 months old. It’s high in iron, zinc and fibre. Preparation time: 15 minutes (plus soaking...
View ArticleRhubarb and pear puree
Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes. Cutting the pears into smaller chunks reduces the cooking time. Difficulty rating: Easy Age recommendation: 7 months and above Ingredients: Makes...
View ArticleNut butter
Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: No cooking Difficulty rating: Easy Age recommendation: 6 months and above Ingredients: Makes 21 servings (based on a 20 gram serve). 250g almonds (natural) 150...
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