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star "Hey Mom, there are lumps in my food!": Introducing food textures
Lumpier and chewier foods help develop your baby's oral (mouth) skills and build muscle tone. This is an important developmental step for your baby as better oral skills can influence how well your baby eats, speaks and

star Baby's first cereal: Make it from scratch
Rice is easily digested and has low allergen aspects, so it is commonly recommended as the first food you introduce to your baby. Many of the recipes for making baby cereals are time consuming, but with the use of the fr

star Finger food mania: Avocado
Avocados are the most practical "go anywhere, eat anywhere" food. They do not need to be cooked, require no refrigeration, they come with their own carrying case and even have a built-in serving bowl! So next time you an

star Finger food mania: Dusted tofu cubes
These nutritious, little cubes are fun to pick up and they taste good too! For a little variety, you can use banana instead of tofu.

star Finger food mania: Smoothies
Bananas are an obvious finger food and are delicious peeled and sliced into circles. Try them in a smoothie!

star Finger food mania: Sweet potato cubes
Your baby will like the bright orange color and sweet taste of these little morsels. Babies have a natural sweet tooth developed from drinking breast milk or formula, which are sweet. The natural sweetness of sweet potat

star Finger Food Mania: Trail Mix
Trail mix is easy to make and lasts for weeks in airtight container on the kitchen counter. It is an excellent no- mess, on-the-go snack, but it's not just for the trail, it makes a terrific high-energy breakfast.

star Fresh baby food on-the-go
These days, families are always on the go, whether it's off to daycare everyday or to visit friends and family once in a while. Here are some strategies to help you prepare for your baby's meals on the go. Start with six

star Healthy eating habits: Encourage drinking water
Warmer weather is here and your children are likely to be thirstier than ever. Water is the best thirst quencher, and is responsible for some big tasks in our bodies. It aids in digestion, regulates body temperature, del

star Healthy habits: Converting a picky eater
It is not uncommon in any family to have one or more children be picky about the foods they eat. We're certain some of you have often wondered how your child is able to survive on a diet of macaroni and cheese day in and

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