Stage 1:
Are you ready to being your baby’s nutrition journey? It is such an exciting milestone and step in your baby’s development. You have so many questions and concerns. You hear so many opinions from well meaning relatives, fellow mothers, internet and even healthcare providers. Fear not! You have come to the right place. We will walk this path with you and your future foodie together.
Food is stage is all about learning to use the spoon and develop oral muscle and mechanism to eat and not drink only. For this reason, its not recommended to give cereals and baby food in the bottle as it does not help in learning those important skills of eating and swallowing.
Stage 1 foods are:
We always recommend that you start with vegetables first so baby can get used to different flavors. Starting with fruits first exposes to sweetness and first and the risk of baby rejecting vegetables is high.
We recommend that you try one flavor for 3 days. Offer it at least two times a day before you give baby milk so the baby is hungry and more receptive to try something new.
Very likely baby may not like the spinach or carrots etc. Its ok. You can move on to a different food and come back to it afterwards. The key is to not get discouraged.
We recommend 3 days for each flavor to make sure baby is not allergic to any food. It also gives the little bellies time to process new foods. You may see a change in baby’s bowel habits. Its expected when you introduce new foods.
Carrots:
Steamed to a perfect texture for your new eater! It is bound to become your baby’s new favorite.
Directions:
Try each fruit/vegetables for 3 days to assess for allergies.
Texture should be watery/milk like. You can add water or breast milk/formula after warming to adjust the texture.
Microwave temperatures may vary. Check temperature before serving.
Use within 48 hours after thawing. Do not refreeze.
Spinach:
The powerhouse of essential nutrients!. Give your baby an early love of greens.
Directions:
Try each fruit/vegetables for 3 days to assess for allergies.
Texture should be watery/milk like. You can add water or breast milk/formula after warming to adjust the texture.
Microwave temperatures may vary. Check temperature before serving.
Use within 48 hours after thawing. Do not refreeze.
Pumpkin:
An unsung hero of vegetables in our culture! With no salt or sugar added, broaden your baby’s palate from the start.
Directions:
Try each fruit/vegetables for 3 days to assess for allergies.
Texture should be watery/milk like. You can add water or breast milk/formula after warming to adjust the texture.
Microwave temperatures may vary. Check temperature before serving.
Use within 48 hours after thawing. Do not refreeze.
Beets:
Steamed to perfection for tiny tummies! Your baby will love them now and in future .
Directions:
Try each fruit/vegetables for 3 days to assess for allergies.
Texture should be watery/milk like. You can add water or breast milk/formula after warming to adjust the texture.
Microwave temperatures may vary. Check temperature before serving.
Use within 48 hours after thawing. Do not refreeze.
Broccoli
Fresh steamed broccoli! Raise a vegetable lover with early introduction to this wonder veggie.
Directions:
Try each fruit/vegetables for 3 days to assess for allergies.
Texture should be watery/milk like. You can add water or breast milk/formula after warming to adjust the texture.
Microwave temperatures may vary. Check temperature before serving.
Use within 48 hours after thawing. Do not refreeze.
Apples
The ubiquitous apple! A forever favorite…
Directions:
Try each fruit/vegetables for 3 days to assess for allergies.
Texture should be watery/milk like. You can add water or breast milk/formula after warming to adjust the texture.
Microwave temperatures may vary. Check temperature before serving.
Use within 48 hours after thawing. Do not refreeze.
Bananas
Made from bananas at the peak of their freshness.
Directions:
Try each fruit/vegetables for 3 days to assess for allergies.
Texture should be watery/milk like. You can add water or breast milk/formula after warming to adjust the texture.
Microwave temperatures may vary. Check temperature before serving.
Use within 48 hours after thawing. Do not refreeze.
Prunes
A sweet and sour treat especially good for the tummies prone to constipation.
Directions:
Try each fruit/vegetables for 3 days to assess for allergies.
Texture should be watery/milk like. You can add water or breast milk/formula after warming to adjust the texture.
Microwave temperatures may vary. Check temperature before serving.
Use within 48 hours after thawing. Do not refreeze.
Chicken Broth
Made from organically raised chickens! It’s an easy way to add some protein to baby’s diet
Directions:
Try each fruit/vegetables for 3 days to assess for allergies.
Texture should be watery/milk like. You can add water or breast milk/formula after warming to adjust the texture.
Microwave temperatures may vary. Check temperature before serving.
Use within 48 hours after thawing. Do not refreeze.
