Moms across the world have a million questions about what to give their babies and what to avoid. But I think Indian Moms have it harder, especially when they find themselves at a crossroads – stuck between traditions and scientific advice. On one hand we have our mothers and grandmothers telling us to do what…Read More
Can I give my Baby Coconut Sugar?
Sugar, sugar, sugar – it’s everywhere you look! Yes, we admit that a scoop of chocolate ice cream does taste heavenly, especially when you’re feeling low! But that scoop isn’t exactly packed with nutrition, and sugar is particularly bad for kids. And most Moms are aware of this fact, which is why I get several…Read More
Can I give my Baby Avocado?
Avocado is a fruit that has recently risen to popularity in India, thanks to the advent of health magazines and international cuisine. As you may have guessed, avocado isn’t exactly native to India, it’s origin is believed to be from Central America, although it’s widely available in many parts of the world today. In most…Read More
Can I give my Baby Makhana?
Take any article or post on healthy eating and you’ll find that seeds are a highly recommended food. Nearly all nutritionists suggest a handful of nuts and seeds as a high energy and healthy snack, that will keep your waistline slim. And most seeds are edible too – some, like those of jackfruit, are cooked…Read More
Which is the Best Cooking Oil for Babies?
It’s fun to watch little babies try their first foods, isn’t it? The way they open their little mouths and the fun little expressions that come with it! After the initial stage of plain cereals and purees, it becomes time to move on to stage 2, with more complex dishes. This is when you will…Read More
Can I give my Baby Coconut?
For many people in the west and in other countries, coconut is considered a tropical food. However in India, coconut is part of our staple diet, especially in Kerala. We use coconut in many sweet and savory dishes, and pretty much can’t imagine a walk on the beach without sipping on some lovely coconut water….Read More
Easy Homemade Ghee Recipe for Babies
I can still remember my childhood days when my Mom used to make ghee religiously every Saturday with the malai (milk cream) collected during the week. The fragrance of fresh ghee with roasted drumsticks leaves used to float around our house till evening – the thought of it makes me hungry! After I got married, I never made…Read More
Is gripe water REALLY safe for my baby?
If you’ve lived in India while growing up, you’re likely to be familiar with the ad for Woodward’s Gripe Water. In the ad, a mother of each generation claims to have soothed her baby’s colic and crying with gripe water – right from a great great grandmother to the mother of the currently crying baby…Read More
When Can I give my Baby Honey?
The birth of a baby is a cause of celebration in Indian households, and every family has its own set of special traditions for the occasion. One such ritual that is common among many households in India is the one of feeding babies honey. This topic has become highly controversial these days, with constant arguments…Read More
Can I give Biscuits to my Baby?
This is one of the most common questions I get from Moms, and the questions often come with the expectation of a positive response! In India, it is very common to feed babies biscuits and milk, and biscuits are also the most popular snacks given to toddlers. I still remember when I was weaning my son;…Read More
