Frozen diced soffritto mix, ready to use straight from the freezer, is an absolute lifesaver in a busy family kitchen, especially for parents juggling mealtimes, work, and everything in between, because it delivers instant flavour and nutrition without the time-consuming prep of peeling, chopping, and cleaning up. Having a perfectly balanced blend of finely diced vegetables on hand means the base of soups, stews, shepherd’s pies, bolognese, casseroles, risottos, and countless

Dishwasher tablets can leave residues of toxic chemicals like phosphates, chlorine, and artificial fragrances on plates. These can include compounds like alcohol ethoxylates and phthalates, which may cause health concerns. As the dishwasher is cleaning plates, cups and utensils our little ones eat off, using non toxic products can make a huge difference to health! Even the more “non toxic” and “natural” options online all contained fragrance and other chemicals. It was hard

A question I hear often from parents starting the weaning journey is: "Can my baby have sourdough? Or "is there a softer version that's better for them?" The truth is, your baby doesn't actually need soft bread at this stage. Let me explain... Hard, toasted bread is actually safer for babies than soft bread. Here's why: firm textures give resistance, making it less likely to clump into a sticky "gummy mass" that can get stuck on the roof of the mouth and increase choking risk

I am discussing this topic because every time I use parmesan, I receive comments about its unsuitability for babies. This is incorrect;...

We recommend to opt for a fluoride free toothpaste especially under the age of 3 years old when teeth are developing. Ingestion of too much fluoride while teeth are developing can result in visibly detectable changes in enamel structure such as discoloration and pitting(dental fluorosis). However the choice is yours based on the studies we provide if you want to add a fluoride toothpaste past the age of 3 years as theirs arguable pros and cons and depending on your child’s di

Many people ask me about the best way to teach young children how to drink from a straw. Your child might find it challenging due to previous experiences with a straw cup that has a valve, making it difficult to access the drink, or because they have not yet grasped the concept of sucking to receive water. This article will give you different methods and tips to make your straw transition easier.

This quick and easy, no effort tip can help boost the nutritional value of your bread that you serve to your little ones! Not only does it decline glucose spikes but it also helps feed your little ones gut bacteria for great gut health! As we know gut health is extremely important in little ones and having healthy gut microbiome can improve focus, speech, behaviour, sleep, eating habits, mood, mental health and more as well as have internal health benefits!

Have you ever considered that the way you clean up after meals can impact the meal itself? It's quite fascinating! The human brain is naturally inclined to identify patterns—predictable sequences that are present in various aspects of life. From a young age, infants can recognize basic patterns such as "A, then B": "First I cry, then someone comforts me." As they grow older, they become more aware of the patterns in daily routines. This is particularly relevant during mealtim

Manufacturers can prepare raw oat groats in various ways to make them ready for consumption. The manufacturing process changes the...

While sippy cups may be convenient for parents to “grab and go” and avoid messes, they can actually hinder your baby’s speech, language, and feeding development. in this article we go through the best cups to purchase for your little one and the science behind this..

Reflux is when a weak and immature valve at the top of your babies stomach causes the feed and gastric acid to come back up causing...

We have put together a list of 40 great purees to serve from 6 months!

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Constipation when starting solids is very normal. When introducing your baby to solids it is common to notice changes in their poo...

Feeling hungry helps us know when to eat and when to stop. As parents we tend to ensure our children have clear sleeping and nap...

We get this question often. Parent's concerned if their baby is ready to wean down to having no teeth. The answer is YES, your baby can enjoy and consume foods without the need for teeth. It may seem impossible to us but babies can chew without any teeth. Your babies chewing process involves moving the jaw, tongue and cheek. (Teeth are an added bonus, used later on to breaking up more complex fibres.) Of course, what babies can chew will vary. Your babies gums are super stron

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Allergies when weaning is a fear many parent's feel when starting out their journey. You may delay certain foods at the fear of...

Theirs a lot of products out there not to mention with huge price tags which are not necessary when weaning. Being parents with childr...

You may be starting out your weaning journey or just looking for some health advice for your family and wondering what the best method of...