Ruth Interviews Baby Prep Sundays (That’s Baby Food Prep) Creator Arianny Rodriguez

Writing about and teaching about baby food making is what we are all about.  As you know from our social media posts, I love sharing the great work that other people are doing in the baby food making world. I am happy, in fact, exuberant to share it all: recipes,  products,  tips,  books,  and websites that make baby food… Continue reading Ruth Interviews Baby Prep Sundays (That’s Baby Food Prep) Creator Arianny Rodriguez

Sweet Potato Baby Food for Baby and Toddler | Mr & Ms Sweet Potato Heads Recipe

Sweet potato is a perfect first baby food and it is great for toddlers too! Sweet potatoes are one of our favorite “first foods” for baby. But once your baby reaches a year old into toddlerhood there is no reason to stop feeding her sweet potato! Make sweet potato fun to eat for her by… Continue reading Sweet Potato Baby Food for Baby and Toddler | Mr & Ms Sweet Potato Heads Recipe

Beet Baby Food Preparation, Storage and Nutritional Information

Why are beets a good idea to feed to baby Beets are so darn healthy for baby (and you too!) because they contain calcium, potassium, vitamin C, and high fiber. With such a great nutritional report card, I know you are excited to get started feeding beets to your baby. Cooked beets can be fed… Continue reading Beet Baby Food Preparation, Storage and Nutritional Information

Brussels Sprouts Baby Food – Easy to Prepare, Great Nutrition For Your Baby

Give Brussels Sprout Baby Food a Try Brussells sprouts are probably not the first vegetable that comes to mind when choosing a baby food for your baby. They have a bad reputation.  Most of us remember being forced to eat them as children.  You probably also remember their unique smell as they boil.  I am… Continue reading Brussels Sprouts Baby Food – Easy to Prepare, Great Nutrition For Your Baby

Beets Are an Excellent Baby Food Choice | Choosing, Preparing and Storing Beets for Baby Food

Beet Baby Food Purple beets have such a lovely spring color.  I thought it would be nice to do an informative post on beet baby food – How to select the beets, how to prepare them, how to store them and why they are so gosh darn good for your baby. How old to feed… Continue reading Beets Are an Excellent Baby Food Choice | Choosing, Preparing and Storing Beets for Baby Food

Phytonutrients Uncovered and Discovered!

In a recent blog post, Ruth answered a question about feeding raw parsley to baby where she mentioned phytonutrients.  When it comes to phytonutrients (organic components of plants…thought to promote human health – thanks for the definition, WebMD!), which get destroyed during cooking, she mentions that it is better to use raw or steamed greens. Always remember… Continue reading Phytonutrients Uncovered and Discovered!

Parsley is a Super Baby Food!

We love when Moms ask Ruth questions because (1) the questions are always so great and (2) we feel that that for every question asked, thousands of other parents have the same question and will have their question answered! A mom recently asked the following question to Ruth about parsley. Moms asks: Hi Ruth. My… Continue reading Parsley is a Super Baby Food!

Finger Foods For Baby and Toddler: Everything you ever wanted to know

Dr Greene.com recently asked Ruth to be a special guest perspectives blogger on their informational website.  Ruth was more than happy to provide 5 terrific blog posts sharing all kinds of great, detailed information on finger foods and tips for getting started with finger foods for babies and toddlers. In case you missed it, here… Continue reading Finger Foods For Baby and Toddler: Everything you ever wanted to know

Commercial Baby Food vs Super Baby Food: Did You Know?

When parents consider making their own baby food the first concern is invariably:  Is it safe to make my own baby food? Or said another way…Is commercial baby food better for my baby?  Let Super Baby Food dispel the myths. Myth #1: Commercial baby food is superior to homemade baby food. The food that you… Continue reading Commercial Baby Food vs Super Baby Food: Did You Know?

How To Puree Vegetables For Baby Food, The Super Baby Food Way

Pureeing is all the rage and thank goodness.  With just a few tips under your belt, you can prepare your baby’s own food using organic, delicious vegetables and here’s the best part – you will know exactly what is in the food you give your baby! Puree Basics I will use the term “processor” to… Continue reading How To Puree Vegetables For Baby Food, The Super Baby Food Way

Moms Want to Know: Vitamin Greens and Bok Choy for Baby?

A Mom Asks: I am just beginning to feed my second child solid foods using your Super Baby Food book as a guide. Our CSA share this week included “vitamin greens” and I am wondering if they can be prepared as other greens and fed to my son when he is old enough for cooked… Continue reading Moms Want to Know: Vitamin Greens and Bok Choy for Baby?

Super Baby Food Loves These Baby Food Making Posts

Happy Memorial Day! The Super Baby Food Blog would like to highlight two blog posts this week that we feel are particularly well done. Ali at MomSpark.net put together a fantastic post to help beginners start to make their own baby food.  Super Baby Food lovers know that the first step can be a bit… Continue reading Super Baby Food Loves These Baby Food Making Posts

Moms Are Talking About: Feeding Radishes to Their Baby

A mom had a question on the Super Baby Food Facebook Page about feeding a baby radishes! Are radishes OK to feed a baby? Here is what Ruth had to say: Radishes technically are OK to give to a 9 month old, but I would suggest giving very little and very well diced – use… Continue reading Moms Are Talking About: Feeding Radishes to Their Baby

How to Pick and Prepare Carrots for Your Super Baby, the Super Baby Food Way

Choosing, Picking, and Preparing Carrots to Feed your Baby Carrots are loaded with beta-carotene, a form of vitamin A that is not toxic, even in large doses.  Your baby should get a vitamin A veggie every day!  Here are some details for feeding you baby carrots: Age: Baby must be at least 7 months old… Continue reading How to Pick and Prepare Carrots for Your Super Baby, the Super Baby Food Way

How To Thaw Frozen Baby Food Cubes Safely and Deliciously

In a previous post, we outlined the Super Baby Food Food Cube Freezing method.  Freezing food is an important step. Thawing the food is the next important step.  It’s important to thaw the food “safely.”  “Safely” here has two meanings.  First, baby food should be thawed in a way which prevents bacterial growth.  Baby food… Continue reading How To Thaw Frozen Baby Food Cubes Safely and Deliciously

The Super Baby Food, Food Cube Freezing Method

Pureed, cooked vegetables are a large part of the Super Baby Food Diet.  To save time and energy, cook and puree large batches of veggies all at once and freeze them in ice cube trays using the Food Cube Method. The Food Cube Method involves two steps: 1) Placing the food in ice cube trays… Continue reading The Super Baby Food, Food Cube Freezing Method

Moms Are Talking About: Feeding Baby Kale

Everybody is talking about kale and how to prepare it to feed your baby.  Kale is a Super Duper Green!  Get your baby used to the flavor and stir a kale cube into your baby’s Super Porridge as often as possible! To prepare Kale: swish in a sink full of cold water remove the stems… Continue reading Moms Are Talking About: Feeding Baby Kale