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August 27, 2007 08:31 - Frozen Banana Fingers
Today we have an interesting but simple finger food idea, sent in to us by Emma from Tampa, Florida.
Emma hit upon this recipe when her son, Aiden was teething. His discomfort was making him reluctant to eat, so she tried to devise something that would both cool his gums AND fill his little tummy.
This recipe is suitable for babies who are coping well with finger foods.
Peel the banana and cut it into thick 'fingers'. Dip each banana finger into the yogurt and make sure it is well coated. Then, roll each finger in wheat germ until thoroughly covered. Finally, freeze the fingers on sheets of greaseproof paper and serve when firm.
Thank you, Emma, for sending in your recipe.
If you think that YOUR baby is ready to try some finger foods, then we have lots of advice to help you get started.
Our 'Finger Foods' section includes plenty of delicious ideas, ranging from simple suggestions for the finger food beginner to more advanced recipes for older babies...
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August 28, 2007 08:42 - Peach and Ginger Cream
A savoury soup recipe or a dessert with a twist? This yummy combination could be served either way, although we tend to think of it as a soup - particularly when we use fresh ginger instead of ground, which gives it a slightly spicy flavour.
This recipe is suitable for babies from 6 months of age, but please ensure that you have introduced all ingredients separately beforehand. Ginger (which is great for digestion) should be considered a new "food" when you first give it to your baby, as should any other spice or herb. This means that it should be introduced with a food that your baby is already safely enjoying - that way, if he experiences any type of allergic reaction or digestive discomfort, then you will easily be able to identify the culprit.
You will need
1 fresh, ripe peach little pinch of groung ginger or 1/8 tsp peeled, fresh ginger whole milk (you can use breast milk or formula if you prefer - in fact breast milk adds a sweetness that may make the dish more acceptable for some babies)
First, remove the skin and pit from the peach. The easiest way to remove the skin is to plunge the entire peach into boiling water for several seconds, then transfer to a bowl of iced water for a few seconds more. You should find that the skin will slip off easily. Chop the peach and place in a food processor along with the ginger. Puree well and - as you do so - gradually pour in enough milk to give the consistency you prefer. Chill, then serve!
This recipe would also make a tasty dip for your baby (avoid adding too much milk, as this will create an overly-thin texture for dipping). Another great idea is to pour this mixture over cooked, chopped chicken breast for an unusual but delicious fruity chicken dinner!
We have lots more suggestions for tasty chicken dishes on our Chicken Baby Food Recipes page...
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August 31, 2007 15:59 - Even MORE Homemade Baby Food Recipes...
Thank you so much to everyone who entered our homemade baby food recipe competition this month.
We received some really unique and interesting ideas and you can see our favourite recipes for yourselves by visiting our Baby Food Ideas page.
If YOU have a recipe you'd like to share with our visitors, then please click here to visit our competition page. The sender of our favourite baby food recipe each month receives a $20 Amazon voucher - and it could be you!
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September 1, 2007 15:46 - September's Baby of the Month
The beginning of each month means more wonderful smiles on our Baby of the Month page!
If you are a new subscriber to our blog, you may not realize that we hold a 'just-for-fun' competiton each month where parents send in their favourite photographs of their babies and tell us a little about how they are getting to grips with solid foods.
Each month, we then choose a new 'Baby of the Month' - and you can find September's winner, along with details of how to send in YOUR photographs, here.
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September 1, 2007 21:51 - Should I Offer My Baby A Sippy Cup?
At what age should you introduce a sippy cup to your baby?
The answer is, of course... when he's ready!
There is no 'magic' age at which babies should be able to drink from a cup - you may have a friend whose 6 month old is already drinking from a lidded beaker, whilst YOUR little one is content to use his as an amusing toy for showering himself and you!
But this is nothing to be concerned about - many babies don't start to use a cup until after their first birthday! And don't forget that sippy cups are a relatively new invention. Previous generations managed perfectly well with an open beaker, as soon as baby was ready.
So is it time to offer YOUR baby a cup? Can offering a cup lead to problems - and what are your options if you decide to bypass this stage altogether?
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