Eggs seem like a natural food for babies: soft, mild-tasting, and full of nutrition. But many parents wonder if it's safe to feed eggs to babies. It's true that eggs are one of the more allergenic foods for babies. According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and...
I am thrilled to announce that the Baby-Led Feeding cookbook is here! My goal with this baby-led weaning book is to empower moms and dads to raise happy, healthy, independent eaters, and it has been so gratifying hearing early feedback from readers. Whether you want...
The short answer is yes, baby-led weaning is safe...
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,...