New Fruit Introduced : Avocado

Avocado
(4)6 months+
Vitamins: A, C, Niacin, Folate
Minerals: Potassium, Phosphorus, Iron, Magnesium, Calcium


1. Peel and take out the pit of a ripe avocado - do not cook
2. Cut “meat” out and mash with a fork
3. There should be no need to use a machine as just like bananas, avocados have a very soft consistency and texture. Avocados do not need to be cooked.

How to Select an Avocado -
When selecting an Avocado, you want a dark green color with bumpy texture. The fruit should be firm yet yielding when gently pushed. When an avocado is sliced in half, the flesh color should be a green that gently transforms into a buttery yellow around the pit. Visit our Avocado Topic for More Information

(Source : www.wholesomebabyfood.com)

Another tip : I actually buy a few avocados at one go and normally select the green ones. I will have one at room temperature to continue the ripening process (turns black and much softer) while the rest stays in the fridge (still green and hard).

Constipation LIFE-SAVER!

After trying so many different purees, the one thing that really helps Isaac with his constipation problem is PEAS PUREE!!! It's so effective and he has been very regular since the day he started with peas puree and that has been for almost 2 weeks!

Anyway, peas though small but it's packed with very good nutrition. So, this is really one of the great ingredient for your baby's weaning journey.

I am trying out different food and fruits for Isaac and it has been really interesting. I really enjoy feeding him and just to watch him eat well just makes me so happy.

Other Homemade Purees

Just like the apple puree, you can do like wise for the following :

• Pumpkin
• Sweet Potato
• Pear
• Peas
  

For peas, it's best to use a sieve to properly separate the puree from the skin. Peas, though small, but packed with great amount of vitamins!