Your baby’s first finger foods

Great news! At around nine months, your baby is ready to move from a diet that mostly consists of liquids and purees to more sophisticated solids. His mouth, tongue, and digestive system have come up with a plan to tackle more types of food, while his upright posture will help it go down the right

Mangoes

High in fiber, mangoes police your baby’s digestive system, keeping it healthy and regular. The soft sweet taste of mango is often an effective way to deliver vitamins, minerals, and carotenoids.

Rice pudding

Easily prepared, rice pudding brings together needed grains, healthy yogurt, and a dash of cinnamon. This simple dish provides carbohydrates for energy and good bacteria for digestive health.

Sweet potatoes

Sweet potatoes are blessed with natural sweetness and a smooth texture that make it a dream baby food. Slice or dice this versatile spud to make it easier for your baby to munch on.

Broccoli

Brimming with fiber and calcium, broccoli is a jumble of fascinating textures for your baby’s palate. To top it off, this tree-shaped vegetable easily makes for interesting games at mealtime.

Avocado

Avocadoes are an awesome source of non-saturated fat and are very similar in composition to breast milk. Encouraging brain growth, this delightful fruit is easily served in slices or as a spread.

Lentils

Crammed with protein and fiber, lentils pack a powerful nutritional punch and can be deliciously blended with a host of herbs and spices. Serve as soup, mashed, or sprinkled within another dish.

Congee

Served in Chinese families for centuries, rice porridge has been a favorite traditional first solid. Nourishing and warm, moms are encouraged to include small bits of meat and vegetables for added texture.

Eggs

Eggs are a great source of protein, good fat, and vitamins. Suitable for non-allergenic babies 8 months and older, yolks can be mashed, scrambled, and more. Remember that egg whites are only suitable for babies aged 1 and older.