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Top superfoods for babies
By Cheryl Freedman on 24/09/2012 23:10:36
The following all pack a punch when it comes to essential nutrients, so include them in your baby's diet if you can
nutrients, fantastic for your baby's development and growth.Brilliant blueberriesBlueberries contain high amounts of really helpful disease-fighting antioxidants, plus other goodies that help baby's growth such as vitamin C, manganese and fibre. They even
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All you need to know about sterilising
By Cheryl Freedman on 03/03/2011 09:51:49
It keeps your baby's feeding kit clean, and stops bacteria breeding – but what do you really need to sterilise, and when can you finally stop?
your baby developing unpleasant tummy bugs.Why do you need to sterilise?Sterilising kills bacteria that may be breeding on feeding equipment. This helps stop your baby developing illnesses such as gastroenteritis, which cause vomiting, diarrhoea
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All about nut allergies
By Cheryl Freedman on 05/03/2011 19:49:16
Allergic reactions to nuts are becoming more common in little ones, and can be highly dangerous. What are the signs, and when can you introduce them?
, are the best-known nut allergen. Tree nuts including walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds, cashews, pecans, Brazils and pistachios can all be allergens, too.When do nut allergies most commonly develop?Most allergic reactions to nuts occur for the first time when
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Say bye-bye to the blender
By Cheryl Freedman on 03/03/2011 12:11:25
Is it time to move on from purees? Here's how to recognise when your baby is ready to tackle more solid foods (even if she doesn't have any teeth yet!)
The blender has been your best friend for the last couple of months. But as your baby's feeding skills develop, she'll be ready to move on from purees and get to grips with lumpier foods.When is the right time to stop pureeing?This varies
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Does my baby have a food intolerance?
By Cheryl Freedman on 24/02/2011 14:54:43
How can you tell whether your baby has a food intolerance or a more serious allergy? Read our guide to spotting the crucial differences
If either you or your partner suffers from asthma, eczema, hay fever or any other allergies, it's possible your baby will be more at risk of developing an allergy. It’s important to try to breastfeed exclusively until six months, and not to introduce solids
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The good vitamin guide
By Cheryl Freedman on 30/09/2011 11:56:32
Concerned your newly weaned baby isn't getting all the nutrients he requires? He may need to take a vitamin supplement – read on to find out why
and develop.When should I give vitamin drops?The government’s Food Standards Agency recommends all children aged from six months to two years who are breastfeeding or having less than 500ml of formula milk a day should be given supplements providing vitamins A
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How to help your baby start feeding himself
By Cheryl Freedman on 18/02/2011 09:09:28
Yes, it will be messy and a lot will probably end up on the floor - but now's the time to encourage your baby to grab that spoon
developed the 'pincer grasp', meaning they can hold small items – raisins or rice crackers – between fingers and thumbs, and hopefully direct them straight to their mouths. He may even have started reaching for the spoon at breakfast or dinnertime, to help
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Fussy eaters at age 10-12 months
By Cheryl Freedman on 19/02/2011 16:00:00
The nearer your baby gets to one, the more independent he'll become at mealtimes – and, quite possibly, more fussy. Here's our dos and don'ts to help you survive feeding time
.Do move on from pureesResearch has shown that it is important to move your little one on to more mashed foods and then adult textures from around one year. This helps to develop your baby’s chewing and swallowing muscles, and there’s evidence to suggest
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Food allergies: the tell-tale signs
By Cheryl Freedman on 06/03/2011 16:43:09
Do you think your baby may be suffering from a food allergy? Here's what to look out for, from wheeziness to skin rashes
and nose, vomiting and skin rashes.If you or your partner has a history of allergies, asthma, eczema or hay fever, your baby may be more likely to develop an allergy, so be extra vigilant when introducing known allergens into your baby's diet
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Is your baby allergic to bread?
By Cheryl Freedman on 14/03/2011 23:12:39
If your toddler has a wheat allergy, then standard toast, crackers and biscuits are all off-limits, but fortunately, these days, there are alternatives
Bread is a staple of the great British diet – but if your baby develops an allergy to wheat it's just one of many things he won't be able to eat. Others include cakes, biscuits, crackers, pasta, some breakfast cereals, Bulghur wheat and breaded meat
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