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How to freeze food safely
By Cheryl Freedman on 03/03/2011 16:31:54
Have those fishfingers been in there weeks - or years? Check you're using your freezer safely, whether it's full of purees for baby or casseroles for you
can I store other foods for?Different categories of food can be stored safely in the freezer for different amounts of time, so always check first:Vegetable purées 6-8 monthsFruit purees6-8 monthsBeef and lamb 4-6 monthsHam/minced beef3-4 months
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Cooking safely with microwaves
By Cheryl Freedman on 27/02/2011 20:23:02
It's tempting for tired or time-starved mums to heat up baby food in the microwave, but how risky is it for your little one?
the source of a fair few health scares, it's now generally agreed they are safe to cook with. And contrary to common belief, microwaves don’t blitz all the vitamins in your veg – in fact, some experts even believe it helps certain foods hold onto more
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Dishwashers versus sterilisers: the lowdown
By Cheryl Freedman on 19/02/2011 23:39:00
It's all too tempting for tired mums to swap the steriliser for the dishwasher when it comes to cleaning bottles and teats. But is it really safe for baby?
of ensuring bottles are kept germ-free. The bottles are sterilised with steam in about 10 minutes. You can then leave the bottles in the steriliser with the lid closed, safe in the knowledge that they’ll stay sterile for up to six hours.It’s only when you
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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?
of developing a nut allergy. Talk to your GP or health visitor before you give peanuts or nuts for the first time.When can you introduce nuts to babies?If there’s no family link, it’s considered safe to give nuts to babies after the age of six months, although
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Are E numbers ever OK for babies?
By Cheryl Freedman on 26/09/2012 17:59:54
They're a common ingredient in processed foods, but should additives really be avoided at all costs when feeding your baby?
Preservatives keep food fresh and safe for longer. Those in processed foods include sulphur dioxide (E220) which stops mould or bacteria growing and nitrite (E249) or nitrate (E252), used to preserve bacon, ham and cured meats.Antioxidants make food last longer
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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?
germs, so dry items safely with fresh kitchen paper or a clean, dry tea towel.
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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
, there are lots of alternatives to wheat sold in health food stores, while most supermarkets have wheat-free food ranges that are guaranteed to be safe for children with an allergy.Different varieties of flour such as potato flour, soya flour or rice flour can
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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
, as some brands may contain artificial sweeteners, preservatives and additives.Keep vitamin supplements somewhere safe, well out of reach of your baby and any older children, as an overdose of iron, in particular, can be very dangerous.My baby still drinks
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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
themselves, and may inspire him to have a go and be just like Mummy/Daddy/his big brother. Sharing mealtimes should be fun, and babies are bound to pick up on what everyone else is doing and eating.Read more on:Healthy snacks your baby will loveWhat's safe
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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
and offer the same old 'safe' favourites. But it's important to encourage your tot to develop a taste for a varied diet. So keep offering vegetables at each meal. Try frozen mini vegetable pieces if you’re fed up with constantly dicing and splicing fresh veg
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