I used to think of homemade macaroni and cheese as a special occasion dish. And it is when I'm making this epic Martha version (26 oz. of cheese!). But one day, around lunch time, when a mac 'n' cheese craving hit, I realized I could...
If you've ever doubted just how crucial the food is that we feed our babies, check this out. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently released a policy statement urging pediatricians to advocate for a diet rich in specific nutrients during the first two years of life. These nutrients--including...
If you're practicing baby-led weaning with your little one, you'll want to make sure that everyone who takes care of your baby is on the same page. Here are some helpful tips for grandparents and caregivers. Baby-led feeding is a growing trend in starting solids....
This may sound shocking, but I believe that mussels are the ultimate kid-friendly food. How fun is it to scoop your dinner out of seashells? Parents also like them because they’re high in protein and iron and almost shockingly inexpensive. They're also a sustainable seafood, so it's...
Sometimes people ask me what my favorite recipe is in Real Baby Food or Smoothie-licious, or even the upcoming Baby-Led Feeding. Well, that's a tough question to answer! I won't claim that recipes are like children (that's a bit much), but I truly feel affection for each...
If you're a new parent chances are you've heard a lot about baby-led weaning, a feeding method popularized in the UK that encourages skipping purees altogether when transitioning babies to solids. Babies are allowed to feed themselves, to explore, get messy, eat what they can, and set...
People often ask me what the best first food is for their babies, especially if they're planning on spoon-feeding purees. The truth is, there isn't a single best option. Most fruits or veggies would make for nutritious, appealing first bites, but so would salmon, chicken, beef,...
There is no hard and fast rule for when babies can start solids. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusive breast-feeding for the first six months (which isn't helpful for parents who are formula feeding!). The American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology recommends offering babies...
Get seafood into your baby’s diet early; there are few foods with as many nutritional benefits, including brain-boosting DHA, an especially important omega-3 fatty acid for babies. This mild-tasting, creamy purée from Real Baby Food is an excellent place to start on the fish front....
