Baby Food Recipes

                             Baby Food Recipes : benefits and health tips.  

feeding your baby is one of the most critical aspects of their early development . as a parent , you ensure your little one gets the right nutrients at the right to support their growth ,brain development , and overall health . baby food recipes are an essential part of this , offering easy to prepare meals that can introduce your baby to variety of flavours and texture. in this blog , we"ll discuss the benefits of baby food , the causes of picky eating , and provides tips on timing food your baby. 

                 BENEFITS OF BABY FOOD RECIPES.       

1.CONTROL OVER BABY: when you prepare baby food at home , you have complete control over the ingredients used . this is particularly important for babies who may have allergies or intolerance . you prepare does not contain any harmful additives or ingredients  that could causes allergies reaction or digestive issues . 

2. COST-EFFECTIVE : home made baby food is often more cost-effective than buying pre-packed options. purchasing fresh ingredients in bulk and preparing your own meals can  save you money in the long run , especially since babies typically eat small amounts at a time . 

3. ENCOURAGES HEALTHY EATING HABITS : introducing your baby to a wide range of healthy foods from the start can encourage them to develop healthy eating habits as they grow . the more verity and flavour they experience early on the more likely they are to accept new foods as they transition to a toddler diet. 

4. BONDING TIME : preparing homemade baby food allows for quality bonding time between parents and babies . the process of making baby food can be therapeutic and rewarding , and its a great way to engage with your child . 

some parents even involve their older children in the preparation process , teaching them the important of healthy eating .

                                          CAUSES OF PICKY EATING IN BABIES .

picky eating is common issue among babies and toddlers . several factors contribute to this behaviour

1. DEVELOPMENTAL STAGES: babies go throw  various developmental stages that affect their appetite and eating habits , for instance , teething can cause discomfort , which may make babies hesitant to eat solid food . during growth spurts , babies may also have fluctuating appetites , leading them to show more interest in food at some times and less at others .  

2. OVERSTIMULATION : if a baby is overwhelmed by new foods , it can make them more reluctant to cry different things. start by offering simple , single-ingredient foods and gradually introduce more complex combination to keep the experience positive . 

3. FAMILY EATING HABITS : babies learn from their caregivers . if a parents pr siblings is picky eater , a baby may mimic those habits . to counter this , its important to model healthy eating habits and involve your baby in mealtime.

          

                                     SAMPLE BABY FOOD SCHEDULE 

here is a general guideline for baby food timing and meals , adjusted based on your baby age :

           

   

Age	Meal	food	notes
8-10 months	3 times A day	Mashed avocado, finely chopped veggies, small pieces of soft fruits , scrambled eggs	Offer soft mashed foods and small finger foods .
6-8 months	2-3 Times a day	Pureed vegetables (carrot,sweet potato) (fruits ,apple, banana ), rice cereal.	Start with simple purees and gradually introduce new foods.
10-12 Months	3 meals +2 snacks	Regular family meals(cut into small pieces ) cheese, yogurt , crackers.	Continue offering a variety of texture and small pieces .
12+ Months	3 meals +2 snacks	Regular family meals (cut into small pieces)cheese yogurt , crackers .	Gradually