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Should You Feed Your Baby Cereal From A Bottle?

Last updated: December 9, 2019 by Emily DeJeu

When it comes to feeding a baby, you’ll find that everyone (from your grandmother to your aunt to the stranger on the street) has opinions on how babies should be fed, when babies should be fed, and what babies should be fed. Some opinions are based in solid, researched evidence (for example, there’s plenty of …

When Do Babies Eat Solid Foods In A Day?

Last updated: April 13, 2023 by Emily DeJeu

You know when and how to start your baby on solids. You’re familiar with the types and amounts of foods your baby can eat, based on her age. You’ve mastered the basics of cooking, pureeing, and storing homemade baby food. Congratulations, baby food expert — you know a lot! Something you may not be feeling …

How To Cook Your Baby’s Fruits and Vegetables

Last updated: January 30, 2023 by Emily DeJeu

When it comes to fruits and vegetables, it’s best to eat them fresh and raw. But raw isn’t really an option for babies, who aren’t yet ready to handle the crunch of some fresh fruits and veggies. You’ll have to cook fruits and vegetables in order to turn them into the smoother purees that your …

Will Starting Solids Help Your Baby Sleep?

Last updated: May 11, 2023 by Emily DeJeu

Sleepless, exhausted parents will do just about anything to get a few more hours (or maybe even a few more minutes!) of sleep each night. And as followers of this site know, there’s no shortage of advice out there on how to do just this. Everyone from your grandmother to your next-door neighbor has probably …

FREE Guide: Five Ways To Help Your Child Sleep Through the Night