Is It and When Is It Recommended to Give Juice to Babies?
One of the dilemmas most moms face is whether to offer their baby juice and when to do so. Additionally, moms worry about which fruits the juices should be made from and whether to prepare them themselves (as recommended by others) or perhaps buy ready-made juices. When to Introduce Juices into the Diet? For this […]
When Can You Start Giving Freshly Squeezed Juices?
It’s best to wait until the baby is 12 months old before offering juice. Even then, pediatricians don’t recommend giving juice to toddlers frequently. This is because it adds calories to the diet, and just as bad, the baby loses a balanced diet. Drinking too much juice can also lead to excessive weight gain, tooth […]
Recommended Daily Meat Intake
Your baby has reached six months of age, and everyone around you is telling you that this is the right time to introduce meat into their diet, but you are unsure. We will try to help you with this dilemma. It is true that meat is introduced into a baby’s diet at six months, usually […]
How to Introduce Solid Foods into Your Baby’s Diet in a Few Easy Steps
After four or six months of milk feeding, your baby is ready to start exploring the fantastic world of solid food flavors. Congratulations! This is a big step for both the baby and the parents. You are probably wondering how to ensure a good start. Rightly so, because the relationship your child will have with […]
The Importance of Apples in the Diet
Most of us have heard the saying “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” since childhood. Apples have been consumed for thousands of years and are believed to originate from Eastern Europe and Western Asia. Historically, the consumption of apples has been observed in Egypt, Babylon, and China, and mentions of them can be […]
When Does a Baby Need Supplemental Feeding?
Giving your baby formula in addition to breastfeeding is called supplemental feeding. Many families choose this type of combined feeding method, either out of necessity (e.g. a low supply of breast milk), for convenience, or simply as a personal choice. In some cases, a doctor may recommend breastfeeding and giving formula for medical reasons. When […]
The Importance of Calcium
Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and, although it is mostly known for its role in maintaining strong bones and teeth, it also helps in several other bodily functions, including: Getting enough calcium is crucial from early childhood to adulthood. When not enough calcium is ingested through diet, the body draws calcium […]
Proper Nutrition for Children Between the First and Second Year
As parents of a newborn, you should encourage healthy eating habits in your child from the very beginning. When transitioning to solid foods, gradually introduce age-appropriate foods. However, once the child has fully transitioned to solid foods, you should not give them “unhealthy” food just to fill their tummy, as this will instill bad habits. […]
Now There Are Sweet Flavors That Are Healthy for Babies
When starting the introduction of solid, complementary foods, mothers often wonder what foods and spices are allowed for the baby and at what age. For most foods, pediatricians agree on the choices, such as preferring cocoa over chocolate, using raw materials with controlled origins, and avoiding all products that contain artificial colors and flavors. And […]
Inulin – a Prebiotic Important for Child Growth and Development
Parents today are exposed to a large amount of information when it comes to parenting. They receive advice from pediatricians, friends who have children, their own mothers and relatives, and they also search for it on the internet. But what is actually necessary for children to grow up healthy? Certain vitamins and minerals must certainly […]
Introducing Solid Foods to Babies After 6 Months
When you are sure that your baby is mentally and physically ready for introducing solid foods, and you still have enough quality milk to breastfeed, we recommend a few steps to make this transition easier. Go meal by meal and make it complete Which meal you introduce first depends on you, for example, it can […]
Healthy Nutrition for Children During Cold Winter Days
Children’s nutrition throughout the year should be quality, varied, and rich in vitamins and minerals, and the intake of fruits and vegetables should not depend on the season. It is important for a child to have multiple meals during the day, which means breakfast, lunch, and dinner as the three main meals, as well as […]
Give Your Baby a Chance to Love All Healthy Foods
Babies, or children, learn by observing and imitating the closest people in their environment, and those are usually parents. They learn about the world and life from them, and by watching adults, they form their habits and opinions on various topics. If dad loves football – the child will too. If mom reads books – […]
Food for Immunity
The immune system of your child begins to develop even before they are born. Your antibodies are transferred to the baby through the placenta and continue to protect them in the first months of life from bacteria, viruses, or allergens to which you have already been exposed. As their immune system develops, your baby will […]
Example of a Feeding Schedule for Children Aged 12–24 Months
Example of a Feeding Schedule for Babies Aged 12-24 Months (with two naps during the day) This schedule is an approximate example. If your child naps at completely different times, adjust the schedule accordingly. 7:30-8:00 Breakfast 15-30 minutes after waking up: fruit/vegetables with cereals, always have water available, and you can also offer appropriate milk […]
Example of a Feeding Schedule for Babies Aged 8–12 Months
Example of a Feeding Schedule for Babies Aged 8–10 Months 6:30-7:00 Waking up: breastfeed/bottle 7:00-7:30 Breakfast: puree/mash of fruit/vegetables with cereals, always have water available 9:30 Nap time 11:00–11:30 Breastfeed/bottle 12:00-12:30 Lunch: always have water available, a meal that includes vegetables, carbohydrates, protein, good fat, and fruit (during this period, you can start with […]
Examples of Feeding Schedules for Babies Aged 6 to 8 Months
When introducing solid foods around the sixth month, many mothers wonder how to create an appropriate schedule for their baby. Babies tend to enjoy having a more or less established routine, and it shows. The example schedule we suggest should be viewed as a guide, not a rule, as every baby is different. It’s best […]
Choose Preservative-Free Jarred Foods for Your Child
Surely you remember how our grandmas prepared preserves without preservatives. Today, all these various jarred foods can be bought in stores, and many women don’t have the time or conditions to make them at home. So, we will take a trip down memory lane and remind you how you can find preservative-free foods in jars […]
5 Tips on How to Eat Healthy for You and Your Child
Babies and children learn by observing and imitating the closest people around them, most often their parents. From them, they learn about the world and life; by watching adults, they form their habits and opinions on various topics. If dad loves football, the child will too. If mom reads books, the child will too. If […]
Exotic fruit flavors for your baby? Why not!
We all know that breast milk is essential for every child. It provides nutrition to their little bodies and even helps build their immune system. But when they turn 6 months old, their diet should become more diverse. It is only then that we talk about introducing juices into the child’s diet, but even then […]