In the first year of life, our babies develop at a record speed and change their eating habits.
This is the time to learn about all the aids that will make our lives easier.
We all know that good nutrition is essential for our baby's development, but the first few months involve a lot of changes for us as well. So, how do we easily make it through the first year?
Let's learn about all the solutions for feeding babies.
Congratulations on your new baby! Your little one is about to embark on an incredible journey of growth and discovery in the first year of life. As your baby develops rapidly and learns about the world, they will also transition from being a tiny infant to a more independent little person. Let's explore some helpful accessories that can make life easier for both you and your baby.
The First Months:
During the first few months, whether your baby is breastfed or formula-fed, it's important to understand their feeding habits, preferences, and hunger cues. To make feeding easier, consider using tools like portion dividers or a device that prepares bottles. These tools can save time and effort, especially during those sleep-deprived nights. These tools can simplify the process of measuring and preparing bottles, allowing you to focus on caring for your little one.
A nursing mother also needs some free time, and this is where a breast pump can be helpful. Modern breast pumps are more ergonomic, designed to fit our bodies, and easy to use. Whether you choose a manual or electric pump, single or double-sided, using it will allow you to express the amount of milk you need and have someone else feed the baby. The expressed milk can be stored in sterile bags and then heated to the desired temperature when needed.
complementary foods
As our baby approaches six months of age, it's time to introduce complementary foods to their diet. This helps provide additional calories and nutrients. We should gradually introduce small quantities of new foods to allow the baby to get used to different flavors without overwhelming them. It's recommended to introduce each new food separately and wait several days before introducing another new food. It's best to start with vegetables, then add fruits and protein-rich foods like turkey, legumes, or beef.
New feeding accessories are available to make the process easier. Modern feeding spoons are designed to provide a clean and efficient feeding option. These spoons are connected to the bottle and dispense an appropriate amount of food for the baby, reducing mess and the need for multiple kitchen utensils.
When preparing baby food, it's recommended to steam, bake, or cook foods without added fat or spices to allow the baby to experience the true taste of each fruit and vegetable. Steamers and dedicated food grinders can help with this process. These devices steam and grind the food to the desired consistency, and can also be used to reheat food while preserving the vitamin and mineral content.
Eat with fun
From the moment a baby starts joining the family for meals, their feeding utensils become part of the kitchen essentials. This includes colorful plates and bowls suitable for infants, training cups that help children learn to drink like adults, and feeding aprons to keep the eating area tidy and avoid the need for a change of clothes.