Taste Buds

So, just when I have a routine in place and all is smooth sailing in the food department-Miss P changes her mind. She is becoming very strong willed for such a tiny thing and she knows what she likes and doesn't like. A few weeks ago she started turning her nose up to anything that was served by me on a spoon. After I had made all these new amazingly delicious purees, she decides she wants to feed herself. {Where is my baby going?}


Imagine this convo: I am stressing.....OMG what will I feed her now? My mom, whom I thank God for daily, calmly says; "Well, feed her what you eat!" Well, hello first time mom, of course.

{So we started small with}

• peas, steamed carrots
• quartered grapes and blueberries
• cup up peaches, mandarin oranges
• little bits of chicken
• soft pasta boiled in chicken broth (she's a huge fan)

 

Fun & Messy

{Then we got a little wild and tried}

Practicing with a spoon

• Grilled cheese
• Quinoa
• Chicken, tri colored couscous and sweet potato
• Seasoned ground turkey
• Mashed potatoes
• Broccoli 
• All beef hot dog (guilty: it was a busy day)
• Dirty Orzo (my recipe:seasoned beef, orzo, peas, & carrots)

 It's only been a week so I have plenty of ideas up my sleeve.....and a finger food cook book in route. Of course! I just hope I can keep up a good variety.  I stress out when she eats foods that aren't fresh and healthy, but hey I am still here and I had a hot dog every now and then. 

I am always open to suggestions and would love to know what your favorite 'baby friendly' food was!