Best foods to feed your baby before he turns one

Feeding your kid is never less than a struggle and when it comes to feeding your one-year-old, let’s not even talk about it. There are a lot of restrictions when you have to feed a one-year-old baby because they do not have teeth to chew and their digestive system is still developing.

But research says that the more fruits and vegetables a baby eats before the age of one, the more likely he/she is to eat a variety of foods by the time he/she is six. So, mommies it’s time to cook!

Except for honey and some choking hazards, there is no hard and fast rule anymore about what to feed your baby. You can give your baby anything from vegetable puree, rice cereal, pureed watermelon, pureed chicken and what not.

But just keep in mind to offer one new food every three days and not before that. Also, watch closely for any signs of allergy or reactions because now is the best time to know.

Just like adults, babies eat with their eyes. So, what’s better than bright berries. Berries are a blast of flavour and nutrients, which makes them a perfect food for a growing baby.

A recent study shows that feeding peanuts to babies those who are even allergic to it can actually prevent the allergy. But never give your baby whole peanuts or peanut butter – both can cause choking. You can put peanut butter on breadsticks or make a puree. Give peanuts only after you have tried other traditional foods.

Maybe your baby will refuse once or twice, when you offer the puree of leafy greens, but do not give up. Green veggies are rich in numerous nutrients and make for one of the best baby foods.

Traditional foods are the best. You can mash daal chawal and we bet your baby will love it.

You can add a small amount of onion and garlic into your baby’s diet without any fear. This will raise an adventurous eater as feeding your baby flavoured food is always a smart move.

Eggs, which pediatrician earlier recommended not to give to your baby so early, is something now they encourage. Rich in protein, healthy fats and choline, eggs make the perfect food for you baby. You can blend some scrambled eggs with vegetable puree to make an even healthier combination.

Lentils are packed with iron and protein. You can combine them with veggies, curry powder and fresh herbs.

You can give your baby oats, beets, basil, kale, salmon, pumpkin, cheese and peaches,

Consult the pediatrician if you feel your baby is allergic to any food.