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Some parents buy baby food and others do it at home. Some parents change between the two types of food. Whatever you decide, choose foods that contribute to healthy well-balanced diet for your baby.

The time to start giving your baby food on your development as each child is different. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that babies be fed infants only breast milk during the first 6 months of life and continue to integrate into your diet until 12 months. But some babies may be ready to start some solid foods (foods that are neither milk or formula) between 4 and 6 months of life. Watch for certain signs (signs of development) that will help you know when the baby is ready for solid foods.

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Homemade food is less expensive than purchased. It's better for the environment. You can control the ingredients (avoid preservatives, added salt or sugar and foods that cause allergic reactions). You can help the baby get used to foods that your family eats regularly.

Disadvantages

It takes time to prepare and cook homemade baby food. It is less convenient than bought baby food and ready. Care must be taken to prepare homemade food with care.

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Is produced under strict safety guidelines is desirable and can carry around There are many varieties of baby food preparation is not needed, is ready for use

Disadvantages

It may be more expensive than making your own homemade baby food

Sometimes it is less healthy (baby desserts or foods with added sugar, salt), be sure to read the label

Preparing food for the condimenteSea drink that gives the home or bought baby food, avoid adding unhealthy condiments (salt, butter, oil, cream or sugar). It may seem that baby food has no taste, the baby will discover the natural flavors are stimulating. By preventing the baby eat extra salt and sugar, you can also help you learn healthy eating habits. It is important to eat healthily for life.

Need not prepare a separate menu for the baby. Cook food for the whole family and set aside a portion before adding seasonings. Make baby food for the non-spicy.

FrescasLas fruits and vegetables Fruits and vegetables are packed with vitamins, minerals and fiber. These elements are important for the development of your baby. When choosing fresh fruits and vegetables:

Examine them carefully. Do not use if they are bruised or damaged. Thoroughly wash all fruits and vegetables with water before cooking. Even fruits and vegetables should be washed rind. The bacteria can lodge in the skin and into the food when cut or prepared. Try brushing fruits and vegetables with a brush used only for washing food. Dry with a paper towel or clean kitchen towel after washing. Remove pits, seeds and peel before using. The baby could choke on them. Cook thoroughly all vegetables and most fruits. This helps your baby to be able to digest better. There is no need to cook avocados and fruits such as bananas, plums, ripe papaya, peaches and apricots. Use fresh foods within a day or two after purchase. Fruits and vegetables begin to lose their vitamins and minerals over time. If there is no fresh fruits or vegetables, try the frozen or canned. Read labels to make sure they have no added sugar or salt.

NitratosLos Avoid Nitrates are chemicals that are sometimes found in water (usually well water) and on earth. Nitrates can cause a blood disorder called methemoglobinemia (a type of anemia) syndrome or "blue baby". While not common, babies under 6 months old can become sick if they eat foods with nitrates.

Nitrates can spoil some vegetables such as beans (green beans or green beans), carrots, squash, beets (beetroot) and spinach. (In the baby food that has purchased these checks are performed vegetables and food safety.) You can use these vegetables to make homemade meals for your baby always follow these safety steps:

Do not give beans, carrots, squash, beets and spinach if your baby is under 6 months of age Use small portions Avoid giving your baby if these vegetables were chilled for more than 24 hours do not use these vegetables to make homemade juice (such as juice carrots)



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