BPA Free: Why is it important?

Most of you reading this know about BPA by now, or have at least heard about it and are aware of the bad buzz surrounding this unfriendly chemical. Numerous products nowadays list “BPA-Free” on the labels. This can offer a sigh of relief and one less thing to worry about for mothers or health-conscious individuals. … Read more

Blueberry and Chickpea Puree

Have you noticed that some baby purees sold in stores use yogurt or milk? What if your kiddos are lactose intolerant? Be safe and give your little one a dairy-free option until you know for sure! The combination of blueberries and chickpeas in this puree is a great substitution for dairy if your baby is intolerant, … Read more

Black Bean and Oatmeal Puree

Black Bean and Oatmeal Puree I broke down the other day and just grabbed a handful of pre-made baby foods (organic, of course). Don’t judge me. Which I know you would never. Those things come in handy while driving on the road or at the park. Because we all know when a kid is hungry … Read more

Best Parenting Hashtags

A few months ago, my daughter asked me what my favorite hashtag was when I was growing up. I just stared at her. How do I explain that there were no hashtags when I was growing up? To me, it’s still the number symbol. So it got me thinking about browsing the web for some … Read more

Basic Chicken Puree

If you follow my blog and recipes, you know that I’m a big fan of making a dish that the family can enjoy as well as using it to make a puree for your baby. This basic chicken puree can be the base for a ton of baby purees – as well as being used … Read more

Barley Mash

Barley is a very versatile and nutritious grain and can be used for any meal of the day. You can make a simple barley cereal for breakfast. A savory stew for lunch or dinner. Or, a sweet dessert when combined with apples. Try soaking the barley in water before boiling. It will help increase its … Read more

Barley Cereal

You’ve heard of oatmeal cereal or rice cereal for babies, but have you heard of barley cereal? Yes, you heard right. Actually, some doctors say skip the rice cereal that you see on the shelves and go straight to barley – as for some babies can’t tolerate the rice as it can give them gas … Read more

Banana and Blackberry Puree

You can start feeding your baby this recipe as early as four months old. But if your baby has chronic eczema or a food allergy, make sure to talk to your doctor first. Berries have a misconception of being a top allergenic food even though they aren’t, but do watch out when you feed them … Read more

Banana and Coconut Milk with Cinnamon Puree

Making your own baby food is so easy and cost efficient! I love knowing that this tiny body I helped create will now be eating food that I prepare. Baby Bullet makes it so easy with their travel containers, so you can be stocked up for the whole week. The combination of these three ingredients: coconut milk, yummy … Read more

Baby’s First Cheesy Noodles

Spaghetti is one of my favorite foods to feed a baby. They love the chewy texture, and I love how I can prepare it differently each time to favor their needs. This pasta has been a favorite with my kids. They love the creamy sauce that pairs with the pasta, and I love that it … Read more