The secret of good baby food recipes is simplicity. Include a variety of foods so that your baby can get used to as many different tastes as possible. This will also ensure baby has the maximum range of nutrition. Bear in mind, however, not everything that adults eat are going to be suitable for baby, in fact some foods may be quite unsafe.
Salt is one of the foods you should not feed to a baby, it can lead to many health issues. Honey is another potential problem food. It has been known to cause botulism in babies under a year old. Never give a baby peanut butter or any other nuts. Is not possible for small child to tell you when they are experiencing the discomfort associated with allergies. Peanuts can also be fatal for children with seious allergies.
For making your own baby food you will only need a few items. A food processor, ice cube trays, plastic storage bags or containers and an indelible marker should be enough for you to start.
Keep all ingredients natural when creating your recipes- organic is even better. Also make sure the food is as fresh as possible. Use fruits and vegetables in season, as this is when they are available cheaply and are at their freshest. Or, why try not growing your own?
With most fruits and vegetables you will simply need to peel, seed and purée in order to achieve an appropriate consistency for your baby. For fruits and vegetables containing less natural water, you will want to add a small amount of water. When preparing squash, bananas or sweet potatoes, you could add a small amount of breat milk or formula to reach the correct consistency for baby.
When preparing meat or meat dishes, simply blend baby’s portion before serving to the rest of the family. Remember not to add extra salt, and if possible eliminate it completely – (you can always add for your own use later). You’ll usually need to add a small amount of water or milk to baby’s portion to sufficiently moisten it. It is a wise move to prepare more than the child will need for this one meal, and freeze the rest for convenience.
Simply place the left overs in an ice cube tray and freeze. When solid the cubes can be stored in containers in the freezer until needed. Don’t forget to mark the container with the date and ingredients!.
Homemade baby food is a fantastic choice for you and your baby. It is very cost effective and doesn’t take much time to prepare. At the same time you’ll be ensuring your baby recieves a healthy nutritious meal. The important thing is to keep your baby food recipes as natural and simple as possible.