Considering Baby-led Weaning? We Have Some Advice from Solid Starts Founder, Jenny Best

At FoodieKid, we know firsthand how different each and every baby can be when the time comes to start solid foods.  After all, it was our founder Christine’s experience with her two sons’ very different eating styles that led to the creation of Simple Starters.  She noticed that there were not many flexible baby food offerings available and wanted to give parents an option that would allow them to customize the texture of their baby’s food, from traditional puree to diced for those who follow baby-led weaning or have older children.  So we were excited for a ‘social distanced sit down’ with baby-led weaning guru and Solid Starts founder Jenny Best to discuss the “starting whole” movement and her passion for setting babies up to have a healthy relationship with food as they grow.

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Carrot, Beet and Apple Muffins

Muffins: they aren’t just for breakfast! These little baked wonders can be your best friend when it comes to having a quick and healthy snack on hand with kids who seem to be hungry all. the. time. This fast, easy to make recipe uses ingredients you'll find in your pantry, with the added bonus of veggies. Make them ahead, have them around for snack time and if you're an overachiever you can even make a double batch to freeze for next week.

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Green Quinoa Fritters

Spring may be in the air but many of us are hunkering down at home trying to stay sane! Cooking for your kids can be trying in times like these so we recommend doubling the recipe and freezing them so you can have them on hand for a quick and easy meal.

These Green Quinoa Fritters are easy to make, flavorful and appealing to both children and adults alike, so you can please everyone sitting around the table with one recipe. Amen to that!

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Healthy and Colorful Beet + Oat Pancakes

Are pancakes a frequent breakfast request in your house? If so, try upping the nutritional value by adding in some beets (which also makes them look more fun, too!). We present our Beet + Oat Pancakes recipe featuring Simple Starters’ Root Veggie & Squash Pack. Healthy and colorful, these pancakes are a delicious breakfast the whole family will love.

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