Don’t stress the mess! Once your baby starts weaning, mealtimes get a whole lot messier. While a growing baby learns to explore new textures, consistencies, colours, and flavours through foods, their fine motor control skills are still developing, meaning plenty of mess. There are days when meal times are enjoyably smooth and days when they […]
1 year ago
It’s easy to become fearful or anxious when you see your baby gagging As a preface, it’s important to note that gagging during weaning is common, normal, and even a good thing. Trialling new consistencies can trigger the gag reflex, which can, understandably, spook parents. For your baby, weaning is a time of texture and […]
1 year ago
Your baby’s first year on earth is choc-a-bloc with milestones and firsts. One of the more exciting – and also slightly daunting – is the experience of weaning; introducing solid food to your so far milk-fed baby. It can be a fun and equally nerve-wracking experience. While it can seem more on the daunting side […]
1 year ago
Babies and children have a natural tendency to put things in their mouths. These include food, but also non-food items, such as small toys and household items. This, of course, can pose a serious risk of choking. Most of us are well aware that things like grapes, sausages, lollipops and popcorn can all be a […]
1 year ago
Are you struggling to get your little ones to eat anything that’s not beige and sugar-filled? We hear you. Here are some helpful tips for fussy eaters. The myriad issues that can arise around food when you’ve got kids is intense. Getting kids to eat anything at all can be a challenging task for many […]
2 years ago
If you’re approaching the six-month mark of breastfeeding your baby, you may be thinking about the weaning process and their vitamin needs. According to experts, your baby should be given certain foods to make sure they receive the nutrients they need while they’re weaning to help them grow and develop. Here is a list of […]
2 years ago