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Toddler Recipes

Easy, homemade toddler breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack recipes your little will love!

Homemade Pear Applesauce for Toddler Constipation

Homemade Pear Applesauce for Toddler Constipation

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Constipation Smoothie For Toddlers & Kids

Constipation Smoothie For Toddlers & Kids

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Veggie Loaded Zucchini Casserole

Veggie Loaded Zucchini Casserole

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Your toddler is constipated and you’re seeking o

Your toddler is constipated and you’re seeking out natural remedies to help ease their discomfort. This pear applesauce with flax is an easy way to increase fiber intake and help regulate your child’s poops. ⁣
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I share instructions for making it at home in either an Instant Pot or Slow Cooker.⁣
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And if you need more help, check out our Toddler Constipation course. There are links to our course and recipes at the link in our bio! ⁣
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https://healthylittlebellies.com/recipes/homemade-pear-applesauce-for-toddler-constipation/⁣
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I hear this all the time. First time mamas want a

I hear this all the time. First time mamas want a definitive schedule for what to offer, when and how much to feed their babies as they start solids.⁣
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I get it. I really do. I’m a planner/organizer and want to know all the things before I start something new, too. ⁣
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But here’s the thing….every baby is different. There isn’t a one size fits all approach to starting solids. So, your baby might be eager and ready to dive in, while another may be slower to adjust and need some extra time before moving to the next step. ⁣
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Here’s the thing I try to tell every mama who asks me for the detailed plan with every single thing lined out…⁣
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Start noticing and tuning into your baby's cues and interest level, and follow their lead. ⁣
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And here are some easy tips to get you going. ⁣
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**Start offering solids/broth just once a day, and then let them eat however much they are interested in. Babies eat when they're hungry, and won't when they aren't. They are great at self-regulating in that way. Trust them! ⁣
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**Once a baby is eating solids once per day, and has that down, add a second offering. Once they get that down, move to 3 times per day. ⁣
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**When you are just starting, offer solids at the time of day your baby is most naturally alert and curious. This will be the most effective time to try something new. ⁣
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Hope that helps! My main takeaway here is to start listening for your and your baby’s intuition. We live in a culture that suggests we ought to bury our intuition away and seek outward validation. You got this, mama! And the more you get comfortable tuning into your own and your baby’s intuition, the more confident and grounded you will feel. ⁣
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What else do you want to know about Starting Solids? Have you checked out our comprehensive course yet? ⁣
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You can find it at the link in our bio.⁣
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https://healthylittlebellies.com/courses/starting-solids/⁣
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Bone broth is simple, real food that is healing an

Bone broth is simple, real food that is healing and calming to the lining of the gut. It’s a powerhouse of nutrition and comfort. This makes it a great first food for babies since they are transitioning from a milk only diet to adding in solids foods, which can be a little hard on their digestive system at first.⁣
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Learn how I like to make bone broth for babies in the full post on our website! Link in bio for all Recipes.⁣
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https://healthylittlebellies.com/recipes/homemade-bone-broth-first-foods-for-babies/⁣
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Gut Health Doesn’t Start As An Adult. You know t

Gut Health Doesn’t Start As An Adult. You know the importance of gut health, but how do you transfer that to your baby?⁣
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Introducing -> Starting Solids. A healthy and convenient way to gently introduce solid foods without baby-led weaning.⁣
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We focus on gut-friendly, nutrient dense foods and introduce them in a way that is gentle to help foster a healthy long-term relationship with food. ⁣
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Check out our Starting Solids course at the link in our bio. And share us with your mama friends who have babies ready for solids soon! ⁣
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https://healthylittlebellies.com/courses/starting-solids/⁣
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