Feeding
- Weaning recipes for babies and toddlers
Making
your own baby food is fresh, healthy, delicious, economical and eco
friendly, and it's not that time consuming or difficult as you might
think! You know that the ingredients are fresh, healthy and without
any preservatives. You can choose to use organic ingredients still it
will be lot cheaper then ready made baby food. You can "tailor
make" your baby's food to best suit his/her preferences and
needs. Best of all... making your own baby food is tremendously
satisfying.
Here
are some tried and tested recipes..
Apple
and Pear/Peach Puree: (For babies 6-8 months old)
Ingredients:
1
Apple
1
Ripe Pear/Peach
1/2
cup water
Method:
Peal
and chop apple and pear
Boil
for 5 mins in half cup water
Cool
and blend it to make a puree
You
can freeze it in baby food freezing tray to use later.
Mango
and Rice Puree: (For babies 6-8 months old)
Ingredients:
2
tbsp freshly cooked jeera rice
2
tbsp mango (ripe and sweet, cut in to pieces)
Method:
Put
both the ingredients in the blender and make a smooth puree and you
are done!
Mix
Vegetable Puree: (For babies 6-8 month old)
Ingredients:
1
carrot (washed, peeled and cut in to small pieces)
1
potato (washed, peeled and cut in to small pieces)
3
small flower of broccoli/cauliflower (washed and cut in to small
pieces)
3
tbsp cup fresh/frozen green peas (washed)
5
leaves of Spinach (washed and cut)
1
tbsp oil (pref. olive or peanut)
1
garlic clove (finely chopped)
1/4
tsp cumin seeds
1/2
a pinch salt (optional)
1/2
cup water
Method:
Heat
oil, add cumin seeds and let it splutter, add garlic and fry till
golden brown, add vegetables and fry for 2 mins, add water and salt,
cover and let it cook till it becomes soft and mushy. Once done let
it cool and blend it to make a puree.
Mix
Vegetable Kichdee/Lentil and veg porridge- (For babies above 6 months
old)
Ingredients:
3
tbsp rice (washed and soak in water for 1/2 hour)
2
tbsp moong dal (washed and soak in water for 1/2 hour)
2
tbsp carrot pieces (washed, peeled and cut in to small pieces)
1
tbsp potato pieces (washed, peeled and cut in to small pieces)
2
small flowers of broccoli/cauliflower (washed and cut in to small
pieces)
2
tbsp cup fresh/frozen green peas (washed)
2
tbsp tomato pieces (washed, peeled and cut in to small pieces)
5
leaves of Spinach (washed and cut)
1
tbsp oil (pref. olive or peanut)
1
garlic clove (finely chopped)
1/4
tsp cumin seeds
1/2
a pinch salt (optional)
1
cup water
Method:
Heat
oil, add cumin seeds and let it splutter, add garlic and fry till
golden brown, add vegetables and fry for 2 mins, add water, salt,
rice and dal let it boil, cover and let it cook till it becomes soft
and mushy. Once done let it cool and blend it to make a puree.
Harira/Wheat
flour porridge: (For babies above 8 months old)
Ingredients:
2
tbsp Whole wheat flour
1
tbsp Jagerry (shredded) or brown sugar
1
tsp Ghee/butter
1
cup Milk
Method:
In
a non-stick pan roast wheat flour in ghee for 2 mins stirring
continuously, add milk and sugar and cook for another 5 mins stirring
continuously till it becomes gooey.
Harees/Bulgar
wheat porridge: (For babies above 9 months old)
Ingredients:
2
tbsp Bulgar Wheat (soak in water for minimum 2 hrs)
2
tbsp Meat or Chicken pieces (clean, wash and make very small pcs)
1
tbsp oil (pref. olive or peanut)
1
tsp Onion (thinly sliced)
1/4
tsp Ginger Garlic paste
1/4
tsp Cumin seeds
3
whole Back-peppers
1/2
Bay leaf
pinch
of Salt
1
cup Water
Method:
Heat
oil, add cumin seeds and let it splutter, add onion, black pepper,
bay leaf and fry till golden brown, add ginger garlic paste and fry
for 1 min, add chicken/meat and fry for 1 min, add water and salt and
let it boil, cover and let it cook till it becomes soft and mushy
(pressure cooker gives best results). Once done let it cool and feed.
Finger
foods (boiled fruits and vegetables) Form 8 months onward baby led
weaning.
Small
pieces of peeled boiled and cooled Apple, Carrot, Sweet potato,
Potato, Broccoli, Peas.
Small
pieces of peeled ripe Pear, Peach, Banana, Chickoo, Papaya, Mango.
Tips:
Giving
baby a few spoons of warm water with/after food ( boiled and cooled
to warm) it will with help with digestion and baby won't get
constipated.
Grains
and pulses (like kichdee/porridge) should be given warm, cold food
can be hard to digest and can make baby's tummy upset.
Start
with home made rice porridge (thin consistency), then add other food
one at a time so you will know what food suit or doesn't suit your
baby.
Never
give just purees after they are 8/9 months old or they will gag on
normal food even when they are older. You can start with adding small
soft lumps of food in their puree then proceed to soft finger foods.
Starting
non-veg food (Meat/Chicken) after baby is 9 months old is good.
Babies
are just tiny humans and they do need balanced diet which includes
salt and sugar but keep it to minimum.(this is what I do, please do
your research and make your own decision)
http://blogs.babycenter.com/life_and_home/salt-wont-hurt-your-baby/
Never
forget to clean your babies gums/teeth with clean washcloth or baby
brush after feeding.
Happy
Weaning :)
Toilet
Training:
Most
children are ready for potty training when they are between 18 and 30
months old. Mastering potty training will take quite some time but
with your encouragement, guidance and patience they will learn to
master this very important skill.
Tips:
-While
you are potty training its important not to put them in training
pants because with training pants on children don't get uncomfortable
or dont realise when they are wet, and that it prolongs potty
training.
-Simply
remove their nappy in morning and let them be in loose pajamas for
the whole day.
-Explain
them that you are removing the nappy so they need to tell you if they
feel like going to toilet otherwise their pyjamas will get wet and
dirty.
-Make
them feel they are big boys/girls and explain about good hygiene
habits like washing hands, brushing teeth, being clean etc. from
early on.
-When
they use potty praise them for doing that. Tell him
he's doing well, and that you're proud of him.
-Dont
forget to take them to toilet every hour initially then increase it
to two hrs etc.
-Be
prepared for few accidents initially but in few weeks they will get
used to it and accidents will reduce and eventually stop..
-In
case of an accident calmly clean up and remind them to ask for help
or go to potty next time.
-Once
they are potty trained for couple of weeks you can take their nappy
off during night time too but dont forget to use bed pads because
accidents do happen for quite some time.
Important
- Do not bribe, do not pressurise, do not get angry.
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Stranger Danger Rules (For Children from 3 to 10):
Parents must teach basic safety rules to their children keeping in mind luring tactics used by child predators/abductors.
Firstly, when teaching your child about stranger danger it is important to be aware of not frightening you child or giving them the impression that everyone out there is bad. Explain that there are many good people but there are some bad people too.
Explain that stranger is any adult they do not know well. Help your child to understand that a bad stranger will not look different to anyone else, so it is important that they are careful with everyone, as we don’t know what people are like just by looking at them.
-Never talk or go anywhere with a stranger, say “I am not allowed” and just leave the place asap.
-Never take anything from strangers (sweets/chocolates, toys, money etc) even if their friends have done so, say “I am not allowed” and just leave the place asap.
-Never accept a lift in a car from a stranger, even if their friends have done so, say “I am not allowed” and just leave the place asap
-Never agree to help a stranger, if a stranger asks you for help to find something they've lost, or if they ask address/directions etc you must refuse by saying “Sorry I cant help, please ask some adult”
-Never go up to a car for any reason, no matter what they say- keep away so that no one can get hold of you and you can run away.
-Kick, scream and shout, “help” and “who are you?” if you are forced in a building or car.
-Do not give any personal information to strangers, either personally, over internet, telephone/mobile.
-Always tell parent if you have been approached by a stranger
-Always tell parent if someone has asked you to keep a secret from your parent.
-You must forcefully use the word “STOP .....” if someone is making you physically uncomfortable.
-Never to wander off alone on school trips, stay with group and near to teachers.
-Never to wander off alone on family outings, stay with parents and family.
-Never walk or play in dark or lonely places or near the road, even if your friends are doing so.
-Never leave anywhere without parents permission.
-If you get lost, look calm and stay in the same place, and find a mother with kids to help. Give her your parent's number and request her to call you.
Stranger Danger Tips (For Parents):
Parents must be extra careful about their children's safety and must take all the precautions to keep their children safe from child predators/abductors.
-Make sure you know all the times where your child is.
-Do not leave your children alone with anyone who is not a trusted family member e.g. maid, child minder, neighbours, your friends, child's friend's parents/relatives etc.
-Do not leave them to play unsupervised in communal building compound.
-Always accompany young children to the bathroom in a public place.
-Personally dropping and picking up kids from school, tuition, clubs and classes is much safer.
-Make sure you know your child's friends.
-Screen your household workers if they are not registered ie take maid's, driver's copy of ID and have their background checked before hiring them. Always hire a local person through trusted recommendation.
-Instruct domestic workers not to give out your personal information to anyone.
-Do not write your child’s name clearly visible on school bags or anything and do not call your child's name loudly in public places, as this will make their name known to strangers. Children are less wary of strangers who know their name.
-Do not post their personal information or close-up pictures on social media.
-Make sure your children know their own names, your name and phone number, and the numbers to call in case of an emergency. If they are older, provide them with basic phone and teach them how to use it if required on school trips, or if they are little, make them wear a waterproof wristband with “my parents number- xxxx” written on it.
-Keep your child's current picture and his personal details handy so you can use it in case of emergency.
-Explain stranger danger, road safety, internet safety and body privacy rules. Keep reminding every now and then.
Role play situations with your child to help them understand appropriate and inappropriate behaviour from strangers. Story books are also an excellent way of educating children about the dangers in the outside environment.
Remember, your children are watching and learning from you so better watch your own actions!
Communicating with children on daily basis is very important.. Ask how was their day at school, tuition, clubs and classes and listen attentively when they speak. Criticising and embarrassing a child will make them not trust you to share anything. Rather explain calmly in a positive tone.
Remember, precaution and communication are equally important to keep your children safe.
Please share with all your friends and family.
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Internet Safety Rules:
Some internet contents can be very damaging, mind corrupting and even life threatening! Talk to your children about internet safety, discuss with them the dangers of internet if not used appropriately. Explain how nasty people manipulate young people's mind through online grooming and make them do horrible things. They can steal their personal details and misuse it in any way.
At the same time explain that it is safe to use internet carefully for positive things such as using it for staying in touch with friends and family, searching information related to health and education, school and college projects, office work, charity, banking, paying bills, shopping online, advertising for your business and selling products, spreading awareness, complaining, reading and writing product reviews, reading books, playing educational and other decent games etc.
-Ask them not to post or message their pictures or personal information on social media websites or to anyone.
-Not to search for negative things on internet like browsing inappropriate, vulgar or violent images, vedios, music.
-Not to play vulgar or violent games and apps.
-Not to message or share such bad stuff.
-Not to involve in any chat with strangers.
-Not to open any links they receive in message, email or while browsing.
Explain that doing all this activities will spoil your character and put you in trouble.
Make your device/computer/phone child friendly ie put parental controls for You-tube and downloads etc and install screening software on every device with internet. Be very careful with You-tube videos as there is really bad stuff posted under kids cartoon videos. Do not give your children unsupervised internet access, only allow them to use internet in your presence and keep an eye.
Do not give your children smartphone with camera and internet untill they are mature enough to use it sensibly, may be at 18! Till then basic phone without internet or camera is enough for contacting family and friends.
When you give them access on phone or internet tell them in advance you will be checking their devices from time to time just to make sure they are safe. Tell them you trust them that they will not misuse the device and will not involve in anything negative.
Remember, precaution and communication are equally important to keep your children safe.
Please share with all your friends and family.
--------
Stranger Danger Rules (For Children from 3 to 10):
Parents must teach basic safety rules to their children keeping in mind luring tactics used by child predators/abductors.
Firstly, when teaching your child about stranger danger it is important to be aware of not frightening you child or giving them the impression that everyone out there is bad. Explain that there are many good people but there are some bad people too.
Explain that stranger is any adult they do not know well. Help your child to understand that a bad stranger will not look different to anyone else, so it is important that they are careful with everyone, as we don’t know what people are like just by looking at them.
-Never talk or go anywhere with a stranger, say “I am not allowed” and just leave the place asap.
-Never take anything from strangers (sweets/chocolates, toys, money etc) even if their friends have done so, say “I am not allowed” and just leave the place asap.
-Never accept a lift in a car from a stranger, even if their friends have done so, say “I am not allowed” and just leave the place asap
-Never agree to help a stranger, if a stranger asks you for help to find something they've lost, or if they ask address/directions etc you must refuse by saying “Sorry I cant help, please ask some adult”
-Never go up to a car for any reason, no matter what they say- keep away so that no one can get hold of you and you can run away.
-Kick, scream and shout, “help” and “who are you?” if you are forced in a building or car.
-Do not give any personal information to strangers, either personally, over internet, telephone/mobile.
-Always tell parent if you have been approached by a stranger
-Always tell parent if someone has asked you to keep a secret from your parent.
-You must forcefully use the word “STOP .....” if someone is making you physically uncomfortable.
-Never to wander off alone on school trips, stay with group and near to teachers.
-Never to wander off alone on family outings, stay with parents and family.
-Never walk or play in dark or lonely places or near the road, even if your friends are doing so.
-Never leave anywhere without parents permission.
-If you get lost, look calm and stay in the same place, and find a mother with kids to help. Give her your parent's number and request her to call you.
Stranger Danger Tips (For Parents):
Parents must be extra careful about their children's safety and must take all the precautions to keep their children safe from child predators/abductors.
-Make sure you know all the times where your child is.
-Do not leave your children alone with anyone who is not a trusted family member e.g. maid, child minder, neighbours, your friends, child's friend's parents/relatives etc.
-Do not leave them to play unsupervised in communal building compound.
-Always accompany young children to the bathroom in a public place.
-Personally dropping and picking up kids from school, tuition, clubs and classes is much safer.
-Make sure you know your child's friends.
-Screen your household workers if they are not registered ie take maid's, driver's copy of ID and have their background checked before hiring them. Always hire a local person through trusted recommendation.
-Instruct domestic workers not to give out your personal information to anyone.
-Do not write your child’s name clearly visible on school bags or anything and do not call your child's name loudly in public places, as this will make their name known to strangers. Children are less wary of strangers who know their name.
-Do not post their personal information or close-up pictures on social media.
-Make sure your children know their own names, your name and phone number, and the numbers to call in case of an emergency. If they are older, provide them with basic phone and teach them how to use it if required on school trips, or if they are little, make them wear a waterproof wristband with “my parents number- xxxx” written on it.
-Keep your child's current picture and his personal details handy so you can use it in case of emergency.
-Explain stranger danger, road safety, internet safety and body privacy rules. Keep reminding every now and then.
Role play situations with your child to help them understand appropriate and inappropriate behaviour from strangers. Story books are also an excellent way of educating children about the dangers in the outside environment.
Remember, your children are watching and learning from you so better watch your own actions!
Communicating with children on daily basis is very important.. Ask how was their day at school, tuition, clubs and classes and listen attentively when they speak. Criticising and embarrassing a child will make them not trust you to share anything. Rather explain calmly in a positive tone.
Remember, precaution and communication are equally important to keep your children safe.
Please share with all your friends and family.
-------
Internet Safety Rules:
Some internet contents can be very damaging, mind corrupting and even life threatening! Talk to your children about internet safety, discuss with them the dangers of internet if not used appropriately. Explain how nasty people manipulate young people's mind through online grooming and make them do horrible things. They can steal their personal details and misuse it in any way.
At the same time explain that it is safe to use internet carefully for positive things such as using it for staying in touch with friends and family, searching information related to health and education, school and college projects, office work, charity, banking, paying bills, shopping online, advertising for your business and selling products, spreading awareness, complaining, reading and writing product reviews, reading books, playing educational and other decent games etc.
-Ask them not to post or message their pictures or personal information on social media websites or to anyone.
-Not to search for negative things on internet like browsing inappropriate, vulgar or violent images, vedios, music.
-Not to play vulgar or violent games and apps.
-Not to message or share such bad stuff.
-Not to involve in any chat with strangers.
-Not to open any links they receive in message, email or while browsing.
Explain that doing all this activities will spoil your character and put you in trouble.
Make your device/computer/phone child friendly ie put parental controls for You-tube and downloads etc and install screening software on every device with internet. Be very careful with You-tube videos as there is really bad stuff posted under kids cartoon videos. Do not give your children unsupervised internet access, only allow them to use internet in your presence and keep an eye.
Do not give your children smartphone with camera and internet untill they are mature enough to use it sensibly, may be at 18! Till then basic phone without internet or camera is enough for contacting family and friends.
When you give them access on phone or internet tell them in advance you will be checking their devices from time to time just to make sure they are safe. Tell them you trust them that they will not misuse the device and will not involve in anything negative.
Remember, precaution and communication are equally important to keep your children safe.
Please share with all your friends and family.
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