Claire's first experience with solid food was on 9.22.08. We'd planned to wait until she was about 6 months old in accordance with the current guidelines. During a visit with her new pediatrician about a week prior, he told us that she seemed ready and that we could give it a try anytime. He recommended trying an oatmeal cereal, and I'm trying to give her organic foods as much as possible, so I chose HappyBellies Organic Oatmeal Cereal.
For the first time, I made it a little more watery since we were introducing an entirely new texture. Claire curiously watched me prepare it, and although she was unsure about the spoon, the cereal itself was a hit and a great start to our adventures in solid foods.
Her first time in pictures:
Her first time in pictures:
Curious
First taste
"What IS this???"
Pretty good!
All done - it was really exhausting!
Since then, Claire continues to really enjoy the cereal. We also have tried butternut squash and sweet potatoes, and she gobbles those up as well. While she almost always is interested in what we're feeding her, sometimes she's very enthusiastic and dive bombs the spoon before I can get it in her mouth, or just holds her mouth open like a baby bird waiting for momma to drop something in.
I've been using the website wholesomebabyfood.com for food suggestions and preparations. So far it's been so easy and economical, besides the main benefit of knowing Claire is getting something really nutritious without any unnecessary additives. I'm planning to do another post showing the process. It's actually really fun!
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