Starting Solids

Adding vitamins or superfoods to your baby & toddlers food

Adding vitamins or superfoods to your baby & toddlers food

As parents, we all strive to give our children the best start in life and a big part of that is ensuring they get the right nutrients. But let's face it, getting kids to take their vitamins can be a real challenge. Chewable multivitamins can be h..

Choosing the right Beaba Babycook for your family

Choosing the right Beaba Babycook for your family

Which Babycook model is right for you? Mealtime with a baby can be both joyous and challenging. As parents, we want to ensure our little ones are getting the best nutrition while also making the process as efficient and convenient as possible. Ent..

The Top 10 Spices And Herbs To Introduce To Baby

The Top 10 Spices And Herbs To Introduce To Baby

Have you ever actually tried rice cereal? It’s a lot like eating soggy cardboard. (At least, we’re guessing that’s what soggy cardboard tastes like.) Your baby is just starting to use her taste buds, so why not really wow ..

Comparing Babycook Smart, Babycook Express, and Babycook Neo: Which One Is Right for You?

Comparing Babycook Smart, Babycook Express, and Babycook Neo: Which One Is Right for You?

When it comes to preparing nutritious meals for your little one, having the right kitchen companion can make all the difference. Baby food makers have become a staple for many parents, offering convenience and peace of mind. Among the popular options..

How baby’s diet can improve Eczema

How baby’s diet can improve Eczema

Baby eczema is a very common condition with 1 in 8 children suffering from red scaly itchy skin. Babies are more likely to develop eczema if there is a family history of allergic conditions like atopy, eczema, asthma or hay fever. Eczema tends to ..

Batch cooking when weaning

Batch cooking when weaning

You may be wondering how to offer varied meals to your baby, when all you eat yourself is the leftover pizza from last night’s takeaway. Let’s face it, it’s not always easy to find inspiration to vary the meals of little ones or fin..

Know what's in your baby's food!

Know what's in your baby's food!

A recent study in Australia examined baby squeeze pouch products found that MOST squeeze pouch products for infants and toddlers in the Australian market were inappropriate for use as complementary foods. Alarmingly ""only two were..

Dehydrating food for toddlers

Dehydrating food for toddlers

THE 101 ON DEHYDRATING FOODS FOR LITTLE ONES Dehydration is one of the most popular methods for extending the shelf life of food. If you’ve not heard of a dehydrator before, they resemble a large (or small!) mic..

Got a fussy eater?

Got a fussy eater?

HOW TO HANDLE FUSSY EATING We all try to do the best for our little ones; we provide them with nutritious foods to promote growth and development, that we’ve taken time and effort to prepare (even though we’re most likely sleep deprive..

Spoon or Pouch Feeding

Spoon or Pouch Feeding

Which is better for baby? Spoon or Pouch Feeding? Within the world of solids comes multiple nuances that you may have not thought of. BEABA decided to ask Nicole Silber, RD, CSP, CLC for her take on one of those nuances! S..

Breastmilk Purees

Breastmilk Purees

Don't waste that liquid gold! Starting solids is an exciting time – you’re ready to introduce some solids into your baby’s diet and your wondering what you should you try first? Rice cereal and fruits are popular first..

Pros and Cons of Baby Food Pouches

Pros and Cons of Baby Food Pouches

Kelly Benton – Pregnancy & Baby Nutritionist As a parent, ensuring your baby gets the best nutrition is a top priority. Being a parent of two young children myself, I can understand why baby food pouches have become a popular choice for ..

Do you have a tot that likes to toss their dinner?

Do you have a tot that likes to toss their dinner?

Mealtime with toddlers can often resemble a scene from a food fight, with dinner ending up more on the floor than in their little bellies. If you have a little one who loves to toss their dinner, you’re not alone! Many parents face the challeng..

Starting Solids Survival Guide

Starting Solids Survival Guide

When should I start introducing solids? Every baby and family is different but most paediatricians and child health nurses agree that it's safe to start introducing solids around 6 months of age. Studies show that at around the age ..

What’s on the menu for baby this summer?

What’s on the menu for baby this summer?

It’s summer. It’s hot, or at least it is supposed to be …and you need to bear in mind the rising temperatures when feeding your little one, especially if you are just starting solids. Most important thing: fluids and hydration ..

Dehydrated Baby Puree for Travel

Dehydrated Baby Puree for Travel

DEHYDRATED BABY PURÉES FOR TRAVEL Dehydrated purees are a fantastic option for travel, as you can rehydrate these when you need to, adding to porridge, yoghurts or mixing in with drinks. If you're baby-led weaning, dehydrated fruits..

The importance of calcium in the first 1,000 days

The importance of calcium in the first 1,000 days

Calcium is a critical nutrient for all of us, responsible for building strong bones and teeth, as well as supporting nerve, heart, and muscle function. During pregnancy, the body adapts to meet its need for calcium, by increasing intestinal absorp..

Spring Essentials for Baby Care on the Go

Spring Essentials for Baby Care on the Go

As the days get warmer and longer, spring is the perfect time to head outdoors with your baby for family outings and adventures. Whether you're planning a picnic, a day at the park, or simply running errands, having the right baby gear can make a..

Spring feeding essentials for busy parents

Spring feeding essentials for busy parents

Spring is here, and with it comes the opportunity to embrace fresh, seasonal produce and lighter meals. For busy parents, finding efficient ways to prepare healthy food for your baby can be a game-changer. Whether you’re juggling work, outdoor ..

Top 5 Foods for baby's brain development

Top 5 Foods for baby's brain development

Your baby’s brain is growing at a rapid pace, especially in the first few years. Nutrition plays a vital role in supporting that brain development, and incorporating brain-boosting foods into your baby’s diet can make a big difference. Th..

Discover the Beaba Up & Down Highchair: Ultimate comfort and convenience for your baby

Discover the Beaba Up & Down Highchair: Ultimate comfort and convenience for your baby

Choosing the right highchair for your baby is an essential decision for any parent. You want something safe, comfortable, and versatile enough to grow with your child. Enter the Beaba Up & Down Highchair, a revolutionary highchair that ..

The harsh truth about supermarket food pouches

The harsh truth about supermarket food pouches

Feeding your baby can be a rewarding experience, but it also comes with a myriad of choices and considerations. Food pouches are a popular convenience option for many parents, but before you stock up on them, there are some important factors to consi..

Healthy Bunny Pancakes

Healthy Bunny Pancakes

Easter is just around the corner so why not turn your trusty weekend breakfast pancakes into a fun affair that will put a smile on your little one’s face quicker than you can say “breakfast’s ready”. These healthy bunny pan..

Signs of readiness!

Signs of readiness!

When should I start solids? For most babies, the exciting time of starting solids is around 6 months of age. But before we use age as a single indicator to tell our baby is ready to start solids, there are a few important signs to look out for bef..

Supporting your baby’s digestion

Supporting your baby’s digestion

What is normal? Your baby’s digestive system is extremely sensitive when they are young and it takes a while for their gut to mature and become more robust to different food sources. It can also be very normal for your baby to vomit or posse..

How to build a balanced meal for your little one

How to build a balanced meal for your little one

Kelly Benton – Pregnancy & Baby Nutritionist As parents, we all want to provide our children with the best start in life, and a crucial aspect of that journey is crafting well-balanced meals that cater to their growing needs. In this blo..

Fun Fakeaway Meals

Fun Fakeaway Meals

It's Friday night, you have taken your bra off and you dont want to cook - put a different spin on takeaway night with a family fakeaway night instead! Get the tunes playing, the little helpers involved in the kitchen, and recreate your go-to ..

Babycook Recipes: Foods to help beat winter colds

Babycook Recipes: Foods to help beat winter colds

Foods To Help Beat Winter Cold – My Little Food Critic As we head into the winter months little ones seem to pick up lots of bugs and viruses. It can be tough when your child is fighting a cold and the first thing to go is always t..

Annabel Karmel - Introducing taste & texture to your baby's diet

Annabel Karmel - Introducing taste & texture to your baby's diet

At around 6-9 months once your baby has developed a taste for food, you can start to combine flavours and get a little bit more adventurous! This stage is all about mashing, finely chopping & chunkier foodsYour baby will be developing quite..

Healthy lunchbox ideas for fussy little eaters

Healthy lunchbox ideas for fussy little eaters

It can be very worrying and incredibly frustrating as a parent when your young child refuses to eat well. But what happens when it’s time to send them off to school with a packed lunch and your ‘fussy little eater’ won’t..

Christmas Turkey - Give it to baby!

Christmas Turkey - Give it to baby!

Not sure what to do with your leftover turkey this Christmas? Why not feed it to baby! Most pediatricians in the United States recommend that meats such as chicken and turkey be introduced to a baby when he is between 8-10 months of age. ..

Christmas Meringues

Christmas Meringues

Help me! Christmas threw up on my meringues……… I have always disliked anything that involves egg whites. Simply because there are so many ways that they can fail. Lately, I have been using them to decora..

Festive Chocolate Chip Cookies

Festive Chocolate Chip Cookies

I have tried so many chocolate chip cookies recipes, but nothing beats the cookie recipe on the back of the Hershey’s chocolate chip packet. They are soft and cakelike in the middle and crunchy around the edges. The little hint of salt offsets ..

Yoghurt and Strawberry Swirl Popsicles

Yoghurt and Strawberry Swirl Popsicles

Yoghurt and Strawberry Swirl Popsicles Summer is nearly over but I reckon we've got at least another month of popsicle eating.. Give these recipes a go and see if your fussy ones can be tempted.. ..

Fussy Eaters.. How to deal with them?

Fussy Eaters.. How to deal with them?

Many children go through phases of being fussy eaters. Some outgrow it, but others will permanently remain fussy throughout their lives. But is there anything we, as parents, can do to prevent it and what can we do to steer our children towards a hea..

Four Tasty and Nutritious Puree’s for Babies

Four Tasty and Nutritious Puree’s for Babies

As your baby grows and reaches the age of six months old, it’s time to slowly introduce solid foods. This process is called weaning and vegetable and fruit purees are an ideal food for your baby at this time, as they’re smooth, soft and t..

Cooking Healthier Meals for Your Kids

Cooking Healthier Meals for Your Kids

Obesity and metabolic diseases are prevalent among kids these days. Instilling healthy eating habits as early as possible can help lower the risks of dietary imbalances, most especially obesity. In order to start your child’s journey to healthy..

Baby Led Weaning - Starting Baby on Solids With Finger Foods First

Baby Led Weaning - Starting Baby on Solids With Finger Foods First

As the recommended age for weaning babies increases more options are available to parents starting their baby on solids - Baby Led Weaning (BLW) is becoming more popular. Half a century ago parents would start a baby on solid foods at ju..

The Benefits of Making Your Own Homemade Baby Food

The Benefits of Making Your Own Homemade Baby Food

It is natural for you as a mother to want the best that life has to offer for your baby, especially concerning food. You have the choice of opting for commercial baby foods, or preparing your baby's meals from fresh food. While a large percentage..

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