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On the Menu for Baby in Our Home: Spinach Pea Ricotta Risotto, Broccoli, and Pineapple Core for Teething
As Leah has been showing more interest in solid foods and drinking a little less formula, I have been thinking more about building meals that give her what she needs, especially iron. Today’s plate came together as a little iron-rich power bowl, using ingredients we had at home. I also like giving her a few…
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Baby’s Breakfast in Our Home Today: Apple Carrot Oat; Sweet Potato and Avocado
I like to give her something warm in the morning. It feels comforting to start the day with a gentle meal. Warm foods also seem to go down easier for her when she is still waking up. Apple Carrot OatThis apple, carrot, and oat bowl is my go-to breakfasts. It is simple and quick to…
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On the Menu for Baby in Our Home: Celery, Green Onion Potato Tot, Pork Chive Risotto
Today’s meal turned out to be a green plate. I have been adding more herbs lately, and chives go especially well with pork. It is fun to see how even small ingredients can bring new flavors to Leah’s meal. CeleryI grated celery and offered it as part of her meal. It is not her first…
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What My Baby Ate Today: Yellow Bell Pepper, Green Cheese Bite, Cod Green Pea Risotto
I have been trying to bring more color and variety to Leah’s meals. Watching her reach for bright vegetables and new flavors makes me think about how her food memories are starting to take shape. Today’s plate came together with one of her favorites, yellow bell pepper, and a seafood risotto that felt special to…
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What My Baby Ate Today: Korean Radish Stick, Carrot Stick with Peanut Butter, Beef Risotto
Leah often has contact rashes, so steamed vegetable sticks have been working well. They give her something she can hold cleanly, let her practice chewing, and are easy for her to manage. Korean Radish StickI cut Korean radish into sticks and steamed them for 25 minutes until soft but still easy to hold. Korean radish…
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What My Baby Ate Today: Tomato, Broccoli, Chicken Bulgur Risotto
This week my baby Leah is trying more veggie sticks. Offering her vegetables in pieces she can hold is a great way to let her explore textures and practice chewing. TomatoI cut the tomato into spears by cutting it in half, then slicing each half into three pieces. I brushed them lightly with olive oil…
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What My Baby Ate for Breakfast: Tricolor Chickpea Pancake and Mango Hemp Seed Yogurt
When Leah started solids, my goal was to feed her the kind of food I want to eat myself. That means not just nutritionally balanced, but also something good to look at. Food that makes mealtime pleasant. After all, under one year old, when her main source of nutrition is still formula or breastmilk, solids…
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What My Baby Ate Today: Shrimp Tofu Veggie Patties, Korean Radish, Asparagus
When I plan her plate, I think about offering a variety of vegetables and a good source of protein. I also try to include different textures for her to explore. One thing that surprises me again and again is how naturally sweet some vegetables are. In a world where so many foods are overly sweetened,…
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What My Baby Ate Today: Avocado and Cilantro, Cabbage, Mushroom and Chicken Patties
We’re still deep in this little food adventure, and I’ve been loving the process of introducing new flavors without overcomplicating things. Simple ingredients, just prepared thoughtfully. It’s been such a joy watching my baby explore and react to each new bite. Avocado and CilantroAvocado is something I serve often. It’s creamy, full of healthy fats,…
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What My Baby Ate for Breakfast: Green Protein Pancake & Strawberry Chia Yogurt
In the morning, I try to keep her meals light but nutritious. I aim for a balance of protein, healthy fat, and fruit. Often that means a plant-based protein from pancakes made with different kinds of peas or beans, like green peas, chickpeas, or black beans. I pair that with homemade yogurt and fruit. Chia…
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