I'm making my LO's food and noticed while picking up a few things at the grocery the other day that they don't sell corn baby food. :headscratch:
Why is that?
Are there any veggies/fruits they shouldn't have?
Do you have to cook all of them besides avocado and bananas?
I'm doing peas, carrots, green beans, avocado, peaches, applesauce, bananas... what about pineapple?
Thanks!
luvmybaby333
07-09-2008, 01:17 PM
I'm making my LO's food and noticed while picking up a few things at the grocery the other day that they don't sell corn baby food. :headscratch:
Why is that?
Are there any veggies/fruits they shouldn't have?
Do you have to cook all of them besides avocado and bananas?
I'm doing peas, carrots, green beans, avocado, peaches, applesauce, bananas... what about pineapple?
Thanks!
IMO (an personal experience as a mom and former daycare provider) it is because there is no point. Corn runs right through-- and it doesn't even change shape, lol. :giggle:
I'm not sure what pureed corn would do... but I'm guessing the effect would be similar though.
*Also, tomatoes are highly acidic and I would probably wait on those until you baby is closer to 1 year old.
my FIL has a corn allergy and has to avoid all corn product
Tashena
07-09-2008, 02:46 PM
I wondered about that. I knew it was sugary - but I had no idea it was an allergic issue.
Thanks, Mamas!!!
babydoll101
07-09-2008, 04:23 PM
They sell creamed corn here in the grocery stores in Canada. My dc have always loved it.
kezoo
07-09-2008, 04:28 PM
Mama, don't make homemade carrots! They have either nitrites or nitrates (can't remember which), and babies under about 9 mos (I think) can't handle them. Commercial carrots have them taken out, but you can't do that, so you shouldn't feed carrots as an introductory food. I would google it to get the details...
Also, no strawberries until over 1 year, due to the potential allergic reactions. You also don't need to cook pear or any other very ripe, soft fruit.
I would start w/ avo and steamed sweet potato - both are usually big hits! :D
my FIL has a corn allergy and has to avoid all corn product
absolutely, and it is frightening how many items in the grocery store have corn as one of the ingredients...
TLBW31
07-09-2008, 04:31 PM
I always thought it was because corn didn't have any nutritional value. But I have bought the corn casserole for my older baby.
Sweet_Fantasy_Fox
07-09-2008, 04:33 PM
I have bought corn and sweet potato and ds2 doesn't like it..lol
NavyMama
07-12-2008, 07:27 PM
Mama, don't make homemade carrots! They have either nitrites or nitrates (can't remember which), and babies under about 9 mos (I think) can't handle them. Commercial carrots have them taken out, but you can't do that, so you shouldn't feed carrots as an introductory food. I would google it to get the details...
Also, no strawberries until over 1 year, due to the potential allergic reactions.
:D
You can make homemade carrots without fear. Just buy the organic kind. Here's a link (http://web.archive.org/web/20051030150651/www.wholesomebabyfood.com/nitratearticle.htm) if you want to learn more about Nitrates. And commercial baby food makers can't take them out, either. All they can do is test for them and keep the levels low by using lower nitrate carrots.
And, yeah, strawberries are to be avoided at first. I didn't follow this advice and found out my 9 mos old is allergic.
physlet
07-13-2008, 02:50 PM
Earth's Best makes a corn and butternut squash mix that dd loves- it was actually one of the first foods that got her to finally start opening her mouth for a second bite :rolleyes:. I didn't know it was a common allergen, though- I probably wouldn't have given it to her if I had- but she's had no adverse effects :thumbsup:.
In addition to waiting on strawberries and tomatoes, I would be careful with the pineapple- it's also very acidic.
Tashena
07-14-2008, 06:04 AM
:hugs: Thank You SO much for the wealth of info! I wasn't expecting all that!
I made carrots, green beans, and peas. All are organic.
Today I'm making pears and sweet tatas (potatoes :giggle2:)!
I am wondering, however...
Do I just boil in distilled water 'til mushy, then use my stick blender?
Thanks again!!!!!!!!
Beebug123
07-14-2008, 10:20 AM
When I make it I strain the veggies and save the water. Put them into my food processor and puree them, then add back the water til it is the consistency that I need. Pears won't need much more liquid added back to them, but the sweet potatoes will need quite a bit.
BumbleBear
07-14-2008, 10:25 AM
I followed this website when I was introducing solids & making all my own baby food, it's a great resource! www.wholesomebabyfood.com
Ontariomama
07-14-2008, 10:32 AM
The only thing I've read about the carrots is that you need to use fresh water to puree them. The nitrates are leeched into the cooking water, so just dump the cooking water and mix with fresh. :)
Will Boiling Vegetables Eliminate Nitrates?
Boiling vegetables in water will not eliminate nitrate concentration.
Nitrates may in fact seep into the water used for cooking. It is best to not use that water as the liquid to make your puree. For some people, they may be more comfortable feeding baby jarred carrots, beets and other vegetables that may contain nitrates until baby reaches 8 months of age.
Who is Most at Risk of Nitrate Poisoning?
So who is most at risk? Babies under the age of 6 months old are most at risk and babies under the age of 3 months old even more so.
Babies who are over the age of 6 months old have developed the stomach acids necessary to fight the bacteria that helps nitrate conversion and subsequent nitrate poisoning. Infants who are formula fed and live on farms or in highly agricultural areas may also be at greater risk.
I prefer to steam veggies for baby food rather than boil. Keeps the nutrients in better.
Tashena
07-14-2008, 01:52 PM
I boiled the sweet tatas and used the water to thin them. They turned out just perfect. Now...
What about peaches and plums? I've seen peaches, but not plums. Do I need to cook these?
You Mamas ROCK!!!!!!!
NavyMama
07-14-2008, 07:04 PM
I peeled my peaches and ran them through the food processor without cooking them first. I just bought plums and intend to do the same with them.
