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34 Easy Homemade Travel Foods For Babies and Toddlers

Published: June 8, 2015 | Last Updated on: June 6, 2023 | by Dr Hemapriya

Before we dive into the world of travel foods for babies and toddlers, let’s embrace the evolving trends of parenthood. Gone are the days when parents had to wait for their children to grow up before embarking on adventures. Nowadays, little ones join in on the exploration, their curious eyes witnessing the vast wonders of the world. While modern conveniences have made life easier for parents, one concern remains: what to feed their children while traveling.

Given the concerns surrounding packaged food and unhygienic food preparation in restaurants, many parents prefer to take matters into their own hands. This requires meticulous planning, but worry not! We are here to lend a helping hand. To ensure a seamless journey, we have curated a collection of convenient and nutritious travel foods for babies and toddlers. Let’s embark on this culinary journey together, making travel an enjoyable experience for both parents and little ones.

homemade travel food ideas for babies and toddlers

If you are breastfeeding your baby, there’s no need for any additional milk supplement during your journey. However, if your little one has been weaned, you can consider using substitutes for milk such as formula or commercially available milk powder. To prepare these substitutes while traveling, simply carry hot water in a thermos flask and mix it with the powder. This ensures that your baby’s milk is ready whenever needed, making it a convenient option for travel foods for babies.

Fruits to give to babies and toddlers during travel

Fresh fruits are one of the best travel foods for babies, being convenient and and hygienic. For toddlers, you can just cut up the fruit and feed them. For babies, you can mash and puree fruits like papaya , muskmelon , banana or chikoo . When ripe enough, they can be easily mashed with just a fork.

Instant Porridge

Here is a list of 15 instant porridge powder recipes , all of which require only hot water to be added.

No time to make these powder, no worry !! Just click, order and get home delivered here . We also have Instant food ‘trial’ packs available now, because you can never tell what the baby might like!

Main Meals – Lunch

Main meals like lunch and dinner are a little more difficult to handle while travelling as it isn’t easy to prepare a filling rice meal on the go. However, you can still work your way around this problem with a few tips:

1. If you have a rice cooker then all you need to do is plug it in to make a simple khichdi with carrots or potatoes. You can carry carrots and potatoes as they last for more than 2 to 3 days without refrigeration.

2.For a convenient rice meal while traveling, dry roast rice and dal, grind them into a powder, and carry it in an airtight container. Mix the powder with hot water from your flask to cook. You can also add grated carrot for added nutrition. Discover more travel foods for babies to make your journey enjoyable and hassle-free.

If you don’t have time to dry roast rice and dal, you can easily order homemade Instant Khichdi mixes here .

3. If you want to give lunch from a restaurant, ask for steamed hot rice with dal. Mash it with sanitized fingers or spoons and feed your baby.

travel snacks recipes for babies and toddlers

When it comes to snacks, most parents reach out for packaged foods like biscuits. But you can go healthy here too, especially since toddlers snack a lot and you don’t want so much junk going into their bodies! Try these homemade snack recipes that don’t require refrigeration.

Roasted chickpeas
Energy bars – Groundnut Bars, Maple Oat Cluster Bars , Chocolate trail Mix

Tips for Feeding your Baby at a Restaurant

Sometimes, you find yourself with no option but to feed your baby from a restaurant. In such cases, there’s no need to panic; just keep these few tips in mind:

1.Ensure the safety of your baby while feeding from a restaurant during travel. Avoid giving raw foods like salads or chutneys. Opt for cooked and suitable meals. Prioritize the well-being of your little one by following travel foods for babies.

2. Along with raw foods, you should also avoid dishes with raw ingredients like mayonnaise, souffle, sushi etc.

3. Always try to go for steamed foods – steamed rice, steamed idlis and cooked vegetables.

4. Use your own cutlery.

5. Ensure a safe eating experience for your baby by eliminating choking hazards from their food. When preparing meals, cut or mash food into appropriate sizes and avoid giving small, hard, or round foods that may pose a risk. Prioritize your baby’s safety during travel by following guidelines for travel foods for babies.

6. Prioritize your baby’s safety while traveling by avoiding new foods that may cause allergies. Stick to familiar and trusted options to ensure a worry-free journey. Explore travel foods for babies that are suitable and known to your child.

7. Stick to boiled/bottled water and don’t give baby juices or milkshakes.

8. Stay away from anything with artificial coloring or flavoring.

Don’t let the stress of feeding your baby or toddler during travel weigh you down. With some thoughtful planning and preparation, you can ensure a worry-free journey filled with delightful moments. Bid farewell to food-related concerns and embrace the convenience of travel-friendly and nutritious options for your little one. Let us be your guide in making your travel experience smoother and more enjoyable with our helpful tips and suggestions on travel foods for babies. Bon voyage and happy travels!

If your baby has recently started on solids, you might also want to check out our detailed post – High Chair Vs Booster Seat: Your Ultimate Guide to Buying a Feeding Chair. Some of the feeding chairs recommended in this article are travel friendly too!

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It’s summertime and guess what… no one wants to have to stay inside when it’s beautiful and sunny out!

That being said, when you have a BLW baby, sometimes the hassle of figuring out what to feed them while traveling, or on-the-go, seems like it’s more work than it’s worth. But it doesn’t have to be stressful!

I’ve got a list of easy, MINIMAL MESS and portable baby finger food ideas you can pack as a snack, or combine to make meals. Keep reading for 12 easy options for baby led weaning foods while on-the-go!

I know how hard it can be to think of what to feed your baby when traveling, on the road, or out having fun at summer activities. That’s why I came up with this list – I’m all about making things easier for you!

These foods work whether you’re on a plane, at the park, or at a restaurant. While the occasional purée pouch, other store-bought baby food option, or even homemade baby food in a reusable package, will always have its benefits (hellooo convenience and mess-free eating!), packing whole foods means that you don’t have to deal with wrappers and messy containers or utensils. Plus, you’ll be continuing to expose your baby led weaning baby to a variety of real food, real flavors and advanced textures .

I’m a big proponent of minimizing processed foods for babies (and adults!) as much as possible, as well as keeping those more advanced texture exposures coming. I FULLY understand that it’s hard – time doesn’t allow for it sometimes – and that a bit here and there won’t hurt.

But helping you keep it top of mind as you navigate this world of feeding your babe is my job, so this list will hopefully help take away the guesswork as to what can fit into this category of foods.

Travel Food for Babies should be mess-free!

The above is definitely not a scenario you want to get stuck in when out and about with your baby! While it’s super cute and funny when it happens at home, this is less than ideal on a plane, or in a restaurant, for example.

That’s why, in general, most people are looking for mess-free foods (or minimal mess… nothing is really mess-free with baby led weaning ). For this reason, I like to recommend avoiding anything with sauce, that’s in a casserole type format, or anything that requires a utensil unless you’re feeding the baby yourself (and they let you). Think yogurt , applesauce…that type of thing.

Nothing is more messy than a baby refusing to let you spoon feed them and then dunking their hands into a container of applesauce!

And while I know moms love to be prepared for the worst – and often pack more for an outing than is needed. Let’s save those extra clothes for blowouts…those happen when you least expect it and you don’t want to have wasted your spare outfit on a messy meal!

So here’s some examples. If you pack meat, make it plain chicken. If you pack pasta, keep it plain with no sauce to minimize mess. If you pack fruit, opt for a banana or freeze dried varieties over messy ripe berries. That type of thing.

With that being said, here are my go-to baby led weaning travel foods.

The best travel baby food options for baby led weaning

One thing I want to make sure you keep in mind is the age and development of your baby. Some of these options are going to require pincer grasp …so if your baby is just starting out on solid foods, they won’t be ready for these options yet.

Make sure you choose the options that are in finger shapes so they aren’t struggling to eat, because this will just end in frustration for both of you. If your baby is a bit older and already has their pincer grasp developed, or is practicing it, any of these options will be a good fit!

Boiled Eggs

Keep in a container with an ice pack and feed the baby anywhere! Provides an easy source of protein for babies , and healthy fats .

Cooked Pasta

This is perfect as an easy snack or meal idea on the go. Pair the pasta with cheese or beans for a full meal ! You can also opt to pack pulse based pasta, such as chickpea pasta for an added protein boost on its own.

Nothing beats a food that comes in its own packaging! Need I say more?

Canned Beans or Chickpeas

No need to cook! Just rinse, dump into a container, and go! I like to buy ones that are canned with a BPA free lining, and that have no added salt, especially when offering to babies because we need to be a bit more cautious when it comes to salt for babies (but I don’t want you to panic either, just give them an extra rinse and monitor salt intake over the rest of the day/next day to balance things out).

You may want to slightly smush chickpeas before offering, just to be extra safe. Depending on your baby’s skill level, and how soft they are, they can be a choking hazard .

Shredded Cheese

Cheese is a great source of protein for babies, as well as a good source of fat – both of which babies need for proper growth and development. And as an added bonus, it’s usually a favorite amongst most babies!

Please note that I’m recommending shredded cheese, not slices. Slices can be a choking hazard for babies, as it can be difficult to cut the cheese in a thin layer so it won’t pose a risk. Therefore, shredded is best, especially in the beginning as you just start baby led weaning. Watch this video below for more info on how to safely prepare cheese for babies.

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Freeze Dried Fruit

Like I mentioned above, fruit is a great option, but you’re gonna want to stick with mess-free varieties!

Freeze-dried berries are an excellent source of vitamin C, and therefore pair nicely with beans to boost iron absorption – something babies need a lot of! And if you pair that with the pasta and shredded cheese, you have all the pieces of my FFP+P rule for a complete, balanced meal that’s perfect for baby led weaning !

While freeze-dried berries are great for this, fresh berries are not great from a mess-free perspective. So, freeze-dried fruit for the win! It will literally hold up in any weather (no need to pack a cooler), and is mess-free!

A similar alternative would be to pack yogurt-based melts – they’re typically freeze-dried as well so they’re not messy like packing yogurt would be! Our favorites are the Amara Smoothie Melts. These are actually plant-based, so if your little one has an allergy or sensitivity to dairy these will be perfectly fine for them too. They have no added sugars, fillers, or other additives – just simple, clean ingredients which we love! They come in lots of yummy flavors with various fruits and veggies blended right in and they come in a resealable bag, making them perfect for snacking on the go. Check them out here and use code LITTLEEATER15 for 15% off your purchase.

Baby Led Weaning Toast Strips

Super easy for on-the-go! Just toast bread and cut into thin strips – coat with a bit of butter to soften them up slightly. But, for the sake of mess-free travel foods, avoid things like nut butter or hummus, unless you’re able to wash up somewhere!

Remember, fresh, untoasted bread is a choking hazard. If you’re looking for more info on toasting bread for your baby and serving it in a safe manner, check out this post all about toast toppings for babies and toddlers .

Roasted Veggies

Sounds complicated, but I’m actually going to suggest that you keep a bunch of these prepped ahead of time for easy meal ideas throughout the week. I personally always keep some on-hand in my fridge for snacks or quick meals. I make a big batch a couple times per week, and pull from it as needed.

If you’re able to set aside the time to meal prep these (listen to my other fav meal prepping tips here ) then there’s nothing easier than just putting these in a container and offering them to your baby, any time of day.

Some good veggies to try are bell peppers and zucchini. I’d avoid things like roasted sweet potato because it becomes so mushy that your baby will end up with orange mash all over them!

Baby Pancakes (only 3 ingredients!)

Ok, this one involves some cooking, but I swear it’s easy!

Mix together 1 ripe banana, 2 eggs, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of coconut oil. Scoop batter into a skillet and cook on low-medium heat until lightly brown, flipping once when you can see bubbles along the outer edge. Let them cool, cut into strips, and pack into a container. There you have it – simple, baby banana pancakes for on-the-go!

Fresh Fruit

I know this goes against what I just said above, but hear me out. There are fruits that are less messy that you can bring. Stewed pears or apples would be my top choice – no staining! You can also do kiwi wedges, plums, or oranges. These may be ever so slightly messy in that there may be a bit of fruit juice running on your baby’s hands, but nothing a baby wipe can’t handle.

I stand by my comment that fresh berries are just too messy – mashed bits of berry plus juice that stains…no thanks! But if you’re feeling risky – go for it!

Tofu Strips

Another super simple iron and protein source for your baby! You have two options here…

Pan fry tofu for 1-2 minutes on each side. Include a bit of flavor in there too for your baby, try some turmeric, dill, or paprika. Let cool, and pack in a container to go!
I love using Soyganic smoked tofu as another option – it’s non-gmo, organic and there’s no need to cook it. Just slice it, pack, and go. It doesn’t get any easier than that!

Tofu is my favorite to-go protein! It’s the perfect texture for a baby, no crumbly mess, and offers lots of calcium and protein! Plus, pair it with a fruit high in vitamin C, like some freeze dried strawberries, and you’ve got a great source of iron too!

Thawed Peas (from frozen)

No need to cook these! Just dump some frozen peas into a container and let them thaw out over a couple hours until ready to eat. Plus, the cold peas keep everything else you pack nice and cold too. Fast food at its finest!

And I know what you’re thinking…peas need to be mashed right? No, they don’t. They’re actually not considered a choking hazard because they’re so soft and are so easily mashed in your baby’s mouth. It’s round, hard foods that you want to look out for, think like grapes. But if it makes you feel more comfortable, there’s no harm in giving them a quick squish before offering them to your baby.

Homemade Muffin

One more yummy option is a homemade muffin, or mini muffins, – and I’ve got two ideas for them.

Option 1: Bake a tasty pastry muffin for your baby.

Choose baby led weaning recipes with no honey and no added sugar, besides some fruit. You can even freeze muffins and pull them from the freezer anytime you need one in a jiffy. One of my favorites, that’s popular with toddlers too, are shrek muffins – check out the recipe here .

Option 2: Egg muffins!

These are also great to keep in the freezer and pull out when you need them. I have a recipe available in my 60 Day Baby Led Feeding Meal plan – take a look here to get access to over 80 baby led weaning recipes perfect for your baby and family! Now, with this option you will need to pack those in a cooler, but there’s no mess and tons of nutrition so they make one of the most perfect on-the-go meal ideas !

Travel Baby Food: Top Tips

Now that you have some meal ideas for what to feed your baby while on-the-go, let’s go over some of the other important details.

What About Food Safety for Travel Baby Food Options?

While you absolutely need to consider whether a food needs to be kept cold or not, you don’t need to worry about serving it cold or hot. Don’t stress if you can’t heat some of these foods up, room temperature is fine.

With the exception of maybe the eggs, although I’ve definitely seen toddlers eat eggs at room temperature, as long as you follow food safety rules, they’re fine to eat that way.

Which leads me to my next point. If you’re out for more than 4 hours, or you’re traveling in the heat, make sure you throw an ice pack in your bag to preserve the food for longer. Babies are more susceptible to food borne illnesses, so you don’t want to take any risks with their food, just pack the ice pack (or frozen peas).

How Many Finger Foods to Pack for Baby Led Weaning While Traveling

Something to keep in mind when traveling with a baby led weaning baby (or any day, even at home), is that babies don’t need snacks between 6-10 months of age . After that, they need no more than 1, maybe 2 solid food snacks.

Check out my schedules for how many meals to offer based on their age, including milk feedings as well, here .

This means that if the time comes and your baby is hungry, breast milk or formula will continue to do the job most times! It may just be main meals, and as mentioned, 1-2 solid food snacks (maybe one mid-morning and one mid-afternoon) that you offer as they get closer and closer to one year of age.

So, really you don’t need to pack very much, especially if you’re just starting your baby on solids . I’d go with a few pieces of each food that you’re bringing per meal. And remember, if they eat all of it and they still seem hungry – don’t fret! Breast milk or formula can fill in this gap for now. They won’t starve, and it won’t cause any confusion or anything else you may hear – promise.

What to Bring (Besides Travel Baby Food Options)

As much as we prepare for no-mess meal ideas , we also need to prepare for our baby to surprise us and make a mess anyways…it’s just what they do! So make sure you also pack…

Bibs – long sleeved ones are the best for keeping clothes clean
Baby wipes or washcloths
A silicone suction mat (this is helpful to keep food contained as much as possible in one place)
Silicone plate with a lid to store all the food – these Bumkins ones are my favorites
Travel Booster Seat

Safety Tips When Feeding BLW Baby On-The-Go

Feeding babies comes with a risk no matter where you are, or what type of feeding you’re doing (purées or baby led weaning).

That being said, when on-the-go, you should be extra careful of choking, especially if your baby is not seated in a proper highchair, or is moving around while eating. Both of which are likely when you’re out and about doing fun things – it happens!

Here are my major tips to keep in mind…

1. Seat baby in someone else’s lap, if possible.

That’s right, let grandma or grandpa get some snuggles while the baby eats, because choking is usually a silent occurrence. This way, you have the best front view of your baby eating to make sure you catch anything happening right away in case, God forbid, they begin to choke.

That’s why I recommend having someone else hold them in their lap while you do the feeding, so you can watch them better that way.

It also helps if you’re prepared ahead of time by taking an infant CPR course. Our favorite online option is by Safe Beginnings – it’s taught by a certified instructor and child safety expert, so you’re getting the best info available to be prepared for the worst case scenario. Take 20% off with code MYLITTLEEATER and enroll here !

2. Pull over before feeding in the car.

If required to feed in the car, try and pull over while feeding. Feeding in a car is not my favorite, but I know that sometimes it’s just unavoidable. A moving car is even more of a risk, so if you can, pull over first before offering food.

Feeding while in a moving car can increase their choking risk as bumps and turns can cause babies to lose control of the food in their mouth making it more likely to become lodged in their throat.

And then you have to find a safe space to pull over to have enough room to perform any kind of maneuver on your baby, which takes up precious time, and that’s not a panic I want you to experience ever.

My second point on this is that I really don’t recommend feeding in a car seat, if at all possible, anyway. Again, your baby is not in the correct position for feeding, they aren’t fully upright. This means that their airway isn’t fully open, which again, can increase their choking risk .

Instead, try to find a safe place to park where you can get out of the car to stretch your legs, and take your baby out to sit on someone’s lap to feed. At least this way they’re able to sit upright and have an open airway.

3. Avoid feeding in a stroller.

I think we’re seeing a theme here, but again, keep them sitting upright. So if a highchair isn’t available, someone else’s lap is the next best option as opposed to a stroller, car seat, etc.

Ok – there you have it! Keep things simple, remember that fast food can mean simple whole finger foods from home, and enjoy your summer out with your babe!

Want to learn how to feed your baby led weaning baby all these foods mentioned in this post, and more? Check out my Baby Led Feeding online course for a complete walk through on starting solids, including videos that show how to safely serve all foods like a pro!

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Baby and Toddler Foods To Carry & Avoid While Travelling

Video: Travel Foods for Babies and Toddlers (What to Carry and What to Avoid)

Food for babies while travelling, food for toddlers while travelling, foods to avoid while travelling with your baby or toddler.

Travelling with a baby in tow may seem challenging, but the key to ensuring a smooth journey that both you and the baby enjoy is to be prepared for anything you may need. A major part of travelling with your baby is having the right food around, as babies stomachs are delicate, and can’t handle outside food. Many parents are unsure about what kind of food to carry when travelling with a baby and toddler. To keep your baby’s hunger satiated and her mood happy, it is important to carry food that is both, travel-friendly and delicious. Here are some baby and toddler travel food ideas.

Babies between six to 12 months old are fairly new in the process of being introduced to solids , so it essential to be smart about the type of food you carry along for them. Here are some travel foods for babies.

1. Baby Food

Baby food is nutritious, yummy, and quite easy to prepare while travelling. This kind of food is generally given to infants above six months. There are various baby food premixes that are easily available and travel-friendly.

This is a complete food for babies and toddlers, due to the rich nutrients it contains. You can rely on breastfeeding the baby if you are travelling in a private vehicle, but it can be an issue in public places. Store breast milk beforehand, using a breast pump, and feed your baby during meal times. Formula milk is a great option, as it needs water and formula powder to make the mix.

3. Fruit Purees

These are wholesome, loaded with essential nutrients, and easy to prepare when travelling. This can be prepared on-the-spot since all you need is fruit, milk, a bowl, and a fork. Mash the fruit add milk and feed it to your tiny tot.

4. Carrot Cake

Travel isn’t fun without something sweet, right? Carrot cake is soft, healthy and delicious. You can always substitute flour and sugar with healthier ingredients such as whole wheat and jaggery or honey. Your child will be super happy when you bring out the carrot cake you’ve packed.

5. Porridge Mix

If your baby is over 6 months, you can carry easy-to-make porridge for him. Some easy and delicious porridges made out of sattu or ragi are easy to prepare as you simply need to pour hot water and mix. They are nutritious, easy to carry and a sure hit for your child.

6. Vegetable Puree

Boil vegetables like broccoli and carrot , and mash them until they reach a puree consistency. These can be seasoned and fed to your baby during travel to ensure his nutritional intake is sufficient for the day. Vegetables purees are easy to feed your child, and he will surely love the taste.

Between the ages of one to three, toddlers are now more accustomed to eating solid food, but require non-spicy, hygienic, and well-cooked dishes. Here are some food ideas for toddlers when travelling.

This superfood is easy to carry while travelling and is packed with essential nutrients such as calcium. Kids love the tasty flavours of yoghurt, which is light on the stomach. Ensure you pack yoghurt in travel-friendly jars for an easy feeding session. Ensure that you store yoghurt in a cool environment.

Choose O-shaped cereals while shopping for your trip, and it can prove to be an ideal travel food for one-year-old children and above. Slide them onto his fingers and let him enjoy this engaging activity while travelling. You can add dry fruits to make it healthy and enhance the flavour too.

This superfood is rich in calories and helps to boost the immune system. The unsaturated fats in eggs help in developing the brain. As you’re travelling, you can stick to serving them hard-boiled eggs, as they are the least likely to create a mess.

This Middle Eastern dish is rich in iron, which can prevent anaemia. Its thick texture means that kids are unlikely to spill it, and can be eaten with pita bread, which is filling. Make sure to refrigerate it before carrying and store it in a cool environment.

Parathas are filling, delicious, and can be prepared according to your baby’s tastes. You can prepare theplas at home and pack them for your journey, and your baby is sure to love them. Ensure that you let them cool completely before packing them.

6. Granola Bars

You can make soft energy bars or granola bars at home, loaded with healthy ingredients that are nutritious. They provide your little one with energy throughout the trip and are delicious and filling as well.

Date and dry fruit chikkis, rajgira or peanut chikkis are a good option for toddlers while travelling. These are healthy and stay fresh for a longer time.

8. Baked/ Roasted Makhana or Jowar Puffs

These are delicious, healthy, and filling, and a great option when travelling with toddlers. You can also add some milk flavours to them, which your child is sure to love.

Who doesn’t love cheese? Definitely not your toddler! Carry cheese cubes or cheese sticks and simply pass them to your child as finger food during the journey. It will keep him entertained and satiated for a while.

10. Cookies

You can bake healthy cookies out of ragi flour and jaggery before your journey and pack them. These are a great snack for long journeys as they are sweet and delicious, and last for long when packed well.

If you have a long journey, pack some idlis with sugar or jaggery for your little one. These are filled with nutrition and easy to hold and eat, so you can avoid any mess while travelling. For an extra zing, add spinach puree or beetroot extract to the idli batter to dye them green or purple.

12. Instant Upma or Poha

You can dehydrate some veggies and make a poha or upma mix with very little oil. Once the dry base is prepared, you can pack it along and simply add hot water when it’s time for your baby to eat. These are easy to make and nutritious too.

There are certain kinds of foods to be avoided when you are travelling with a baby in tow. Strike them off your travel list to ensure you and your baby have a hassle-free trip:

Oily snacks (especially the ready-made variety) should be avoided, as they can lead to issues like heartburn and obesity.
Soft drinks are rich in sugar and can erode the enamel of your kids.
Cereals that are high in sugar can lead to early diabetes.
Thin liquids are easy to spill and cause a mess. Kids have less control over their motor functions and can easily spill and drop food.
Foods that are relatively small can get lodged in the windpipe and are a choking hazard.
New and untried food which may not agree with your baby’s tummy

Travelling with your baby should be special for you and your baby. Feeding your baby or toddler during an outstation trip should not cause any stress. All you require is effort and loads of patience, so the journey becomes enjoyable with food and feeding times are the least of your worries.

References/Resources:

1. Feeding your baby: 6–12 months; UNICEF; https://www.unicef.org/parenting/food-nutrition/feeding-your-baby-6-12-months

2. Prohibited Item List; Airports Authority of India; https://www.aai.aero/en/airports/security-info/kullu-manali

3. Travel Recommendations for Nursing Families; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/infantandtoddlernutrition/breastfeeding/travel-recommendations.html ; July 2021

4. Foods and Drinks to Avoid or Limit; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/infantandtoddlernutrition/foods-and-drinks/foods-and-drinks-to-limit.html ; June 2023

5. When, What, and How to Introduce Solid Foods; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/infantandtoddlernutrition/foods-and-drinks/when-to-introduce-solid-foods.html ; August 2021

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How To Feed A Baby Homemade Food When Travelling

So you’ve made the decision to go away with your baby or toddler… but apart from remembering the mountains of kit (read here for all the top baby travel essentials you’ll ever need) needed to help facilitate a stress-free holiday, what about the matter of feeding your little one on this adventurous journey?

I am a true advocate of travelling with kids at home or abroad, but I’d be lying if I said it was painless and easy. The key, in my experience, is to organise and prepare. But more importantly – to be as flexible as possible.

When it comes to food for babies or young toddlers, it needn’t be an uphill struggle. I’ve recently started weaning – and decided to go with homemade purees and meals, with the intention of mixing and matching shop brought baby food, which let’s be honest, is so much easier when you’re out and about.

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But what happens if your baby, like mine, detests the stuff? I’ve tried every brand going, and the only food he will eat is mine. Kudos to my cooking skills but a little awkward when we have to travel – travelling with baby food throws up a whole new headache.

After having to find products and a method that works for me, it got me thinking ahead to our big trip to South Africa at the end of the year. Peanut will be nearly one and I’m hoping it will be easier to manage his tastes while we are travelling across the country as he will be eating more solid foods rather than the mushy stuff.

But what if that proves not to be the case? Well, I’ve come up with a plan – and regardless of whether you’re staying in a hotel or self-catering accommodation, these handy products will make life a lot easier if you are travelling abroad with a baby and want to feed homemade food. It’s not as hard as you think… Here’s how to travel with baby food:

How to travel with baby food? Use insulated food bag and ice packs

A great way to keep homecooked meals fresher for longer is to use an insulated food bag. Not only have I done this on long car journeys around the UK, but if you’re travelling by plane, you are allowed to take enough baby food, baby milk and sterilised water for the journey – as well as ice gels to keep them cool. It also means once you get to your destination you can do the same if you have to stay away from your accommodation for any length of time. It’s a great way on how to pack baby food for travel.

How To Prepare Baby Food While Travelling? Use A portable blender or food mill

Imagine you’re in a hotel or restaurant, and nothing on offer seems to be suitable for your little one? Most establishments now will cater for young babies – so all you have to do is ask. I mean how hard is it for a restaurant to steam some vegetables? And it’s even easier if you have a portable blender that can puree vegetables and fruits in a matter of seconds… There are so many on the market now that are small and rechargeable and this one even comes with a bowl and spoon. If you don’t want a hi-tech one, then the brilliant food mill mushes manually and you can feed straight from the top of it. For something even simpler, choose a manual masher which would do the trick, too.

If you really want to splash the cash, then a steamer and blender all in one can do both of the above, and there are portable compact versions available on the market which can fit neatly in luggage or thrown into the back of a car if you’re going on a road trip.

Keep Homemade Baby Food In A Thermos Jar

Over recent months this has been a lifesaver for me especially when I’ve been out all day – or I need baby food for travelling in the car. Sometimes it’s not always possible to heat up food, so a small thermos food jar keeps a meal hot for up to five hours. This would be useful to use in conjunction with the blender above, for instance, if you’ve made something up at lunchtime, you can have extra for dinner later and know it will be hot!

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Food cubes and extra containers.

Going on a long car journey? Then throw some frozen food cubes in an insulated bag. By the time they’ve thawed, they will still be fresh and ready to eat. The same can be done if you choose to go self-catering abroad. Make a batch of food, freeze them and you’ll have fresh food for later on in the day if you have to go on a day trip. Extra containers always come in handy, especially ones with lids .

Instant baby food while travelling

If you’re really stuck while your travelling, particularly when you’re abroad, choose foods that are instant. Bananas and avocado, for example, can be mushed up with a fork and given straight away.

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Take some familiar snacks and food with you just in case. Peanut loves his porridge, and it’s made by just adding boiling water. This is a quick fix if you need something filling and nutritious and unable to get something suitable for a time. The same for snacks, which can be easily packed in your luggage and shouldn’t take up too much room.

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Updated on April 11th, 2024

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Feeding & Nursing
Clothes & accessories
Grooming & medicine
Transport: strollering, driving, car seat and carrying
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Traveling with an infant is incredibly daunting when you first decide to take a short trip with your baby. How will you set up a safe place for sleeping? How will you pack enough to cover every possible situation? How many bottles is enough?

We took three trips between our baby being three and six months, and having a standard packing list gave us peace of mind. We borrowed suggestions from friends and family, and put together the best of all the recommendations.

In this packing list, you’re welcome to switch around the quantities of all items based on how long your trip is. Also, note that this list was for three road trips and not for flying. Nothing we brought was specific to TSA-approved sizes and our luggage wasn’t optimized for a flight.

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The below list is based on a three-day two-night trip during which I’m nursing and giving a few bottles here and there. Of course, you have your own methods of feeding your infant during the trip , and no two parents nor babies are alike in this regard. For all the clothing recommendations (along with sleep sacks, bibs, etc.), I liberally pack an extra in case there are “accidents.”

Ready for our road trip baby packing list? Here it goes.

If you are flying with your infant, check out this list of crucial tips for taking a flight with your baby!

Feeding & Nursing

Whether you’re nursing or exclusively bottle feeding, there are some essentials to consider.

Bottles : We like Comotomo and Lansinoh .
Bottle brush & stand : This OXO stand has been great.
Pacifiers (2) : Check out Avent and the Avent + animal !
Burp cloths (3-4) : We like aden & anais .
Bibs (3-4) : aden & anais make great bibs as well.
Vitamin D drops : We have these .
+ flanges (6)
+ duckbill valves (6)
+ tubing (2)
+ backflow protectors (2)
6 Spectra milk bottles and tops : Check them out .
Milk cooler with ice pack : We have this one , and it fits most standard 5oz bottles.
Frozen milk (1 bag) : We use the Lansinoh storage bags . I bring frozen milk on our way when we leave home, so that it survives the car ride in the cooler.

Our strategy for bottles is to have enough for feeding, storage and a few extra. When they are empty, we clean them right away and cycle through them like that. We also put Vitamin D drops in each bottle for feeding, so we’ll always have a few storage bottles ready to dish out.

A white container with a green toothbrush and a green brush.

Also the bottle supplies that I mention are optimized for 5oz bottles. You might need slightly different supplies for the bigger 8oz bottles.

For babies eating solids

Jars or pouches of baby food (however many your child consumes)
High chair : Take a look at this clip-on high chair . A foldable travel high chair also works!
Booster seat : Try this one from OXO .
Spoons/utensils : We’ve had the best luck with these spoons .
Silicone bibs : Check these out and pick from lots of different colors.
More wipes !: We like these water wipes .

We make our own baby food, and our baby eats whatever we have in the house! For convenience, I can see how the pouches could be a quick and easy solution to have food on the go. You can put out only as much as you need and use your own spoon, then save the rest for minimal clean up.

Sometimes at home, we keep our daughter sitting up right and hold her to give her some food. So the clip-on high chairs and booster seats are only necessary when independent solid eating is more of a thing.

More diapers are better than fewer, especially if you’ll be in a remote location like we were when we went up to the northwestern Catskills to stay in a country house. There wasn’t a Walmart for MILES! Luckily, I learned from our trip the month before that I should pack diapers like they’re going out of style, and we survived plenty fine.

I had already corrected all my former mistakes when we went away to Litchfield County, CT , when our daughter was 7 months, and came home with a heap of diapers to spare.

One thing I like to have on hand is little plastic throw-away baggies for diapers when disposing of them in a hotel or Airbnb. I save the ones we use as produce bags at the supermarket and then load up my diaper bag with those. They are so handy. If you’re looking for something more compact for storing (or already have a dog) these dog #2 storage bags might also work.

Diapers : Find your brand and size on Amazon . For a three-day trip, I took 30 diapers.
Wipes : We use these water wipes .
Diaper balm : We like diaper balm with a lid , to prevent accidental spills.
Little garbage bags for diapers
Changing pad : This one is great for most babies.

For the diapers, it’s best if you leave them in the original packaging to help save on space. We found that bringing loose diapers takes up more room in our already cramped bags.

Our diaper bag has a changing pad that never leaves our bag. When we travel, we change our daughter with the pad on the floor. This is a good practice in case there’s an accident. We are not prepared to scrub any carpets while away!

It’s also likely that you may have these items in your diaper bag. It would be a good idea to make sure you have extra / a spare set for a makeshift changing station at your accommodation.

Clothes & accessories

When we went upstate to Livingston Manor for three days, I almost laughed: we came home with exactly one diaper left in the diaper bag and our daughter’s luggage combined. ONE!

This was because we went through quite a few changes of clothes, if you know what I mean. And if there are overnight accidents, you may have a soiled sleep sack or swaddle.

A white t - shirt and a white hoodie on a marble floor.

In addition to the extra outfits I leave in the diaper bag, I was happy with the number of backup clothes and pajamas I had packed, as we almost went through everything. In my guide to how to visit NYC with a baby , I discuss the importance of bringing clothing layers for changes in weather.

Zippy pajamas (3-4) : We’ve had good luck with Carters brand PJs .
Outdoor blankets (1) : For colder months, try this type of blanket .
Daytime outfits (with spares) : These Carter onsies and pants are great staples!
Booties or socks : You can never have too many socks .
Sun hat : Hats work great for keeping the sun out of your baby’s eyes.
Headbands or hair bow clips : So cute !

We’ve liked bringing plenty of headbands and hair bows for times when we’ve wanted our daughter to look cute in a photo.

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Grooming & medicine

For babies with hair, you might want to consider packing a comb or brush. For us, we do a quick hair combing at bedtime as part of the routine.

For all other medicine and health products, it’s up to you. We haven’t had to use any of the medicines while away from home, but you truly never know what can happen and what you’ll want to have in your back pocket if your child is soon to be teething, comes down with some congestion or is having bouts with gas pains.

Frida nail file & clipper : The Frida Baby Grooming Kit has everything you need.
Hair comb or brush : We like this comb because it has an extra fine side.
Medicine for unexpected scenarios : ( Acetominaphen , gas drops , Snotsucker )
Thermometer : We got this digital one .
Rattle toys, teether toys : Our baby LOVES these teethers .

A set of toothbrushes and brushes on a marble countertop.

A tip from my cousin, an expert mom of two, is to bring along “identifying docs” for your child, even when your baby doesn’t have an official ID or baby passport yet, like an immunization report or other medical record (even a physical photocopy of baby’s birth certificate would be a “better-safe-than-sorry” thing to have!).

Transport: strollering, driving, car seat and carrying

We have become UPPAbaby people and we are super happy with the choice to buy into the UPPAbaby ecosystem of strollers and car seats. We picked up the Minu stroller for traveling purposes and it has saved a ton of trunk space when compared to the larger and sturdier UPPAbaby Vista stroller we keep at home.

For unexpected weather or bugginess in summer locations, opt for bringing both the rain cover and the insect net covers for your car seat or rumble seat.

UPPAbaby Minu travel stroller : We’re happy with ours and it saves trunk space. Check it out or read our UPPAbaby Minu review here!
UPPAbaby Mesa car seat : Check prices on Amazon for this sturdy car seat.
UPPAbaby stroller parent console : Ours lives on our stroller, even when folded. Check it out .
UPPAbaby Mesa rain cover and bug screen cover : The rain shield and bug screen have been helpful!
UPPAbaby car window shields : Help keep the sun out of your baby’s eyes. Check it out .
Baby Safety Car Mirror : We have one of these in our car at home, and if you will be renting a car at your destination, be sure to bring along your own baby car mirror .
A baby carrier you love : If you have car space to spare, opt for a strong baby carrier like the Baby Tula Explore Carrier . If you’re short on space, go the route of an ultralightweight carrier like Baby Tula Carrier Lite ; for more ideas, see my list of the best baby carriers for travel .

The baby tula lite carrier fully closed with everything packed away.

While our daughter doesn’t exactly love the Pack ‘n Play, it’s a fact of life when you leave home for travel. The first trip we took with her when she was 13 weeks was when we used the bassinet from our UPPAbaby Vista stroller ! That way, she wasn’t sleeping in a foreign environment.

With the Pack ‘n Play, we make sure the mattress cover is clean before we leave home, and we bring a backup sheet in case it gets soiled. Another hack has been the blackout cover, which simulates darkness for the baby if you’re in a place with lots of windows or no dark curtains. It also gives the baby their own sense of space if you’re all in one hotel room, like we say in our guide to staying in a hotel with your baby .

BabyBjorn Travel Crib Light : This travel crib is so easy to set up and take apart, and it’s tons lighter than a Graco Pack ‘n Play. Check it out or read our review .
Pack ‘n Play sheet with spare sheet : This one should work great!
Pack ‘n Play blackout cover : We have this one .
SlumberPod : This is a blackout tent to use during travel! It goes over an entire travel crib and parents swear by it.
Baby monitor : We’ve been happy with our monitor . You don’t need Wi-Fi, so it’s easy to set up anywhere.
Audio baby monitor : If you want as a backup, or alternative to video, you can check out the audio-only options.
HALO & Nested Bean sleep sacks (2) : We love our HALO , and we’ve been using the Nested Bean as a backup.
Hatch Rest+ sound machine : We like the Rest+ because it has an easy charging base.
Amazon Basics portable suction cup blackout curtains : These curtains help to darken a room so your little one sleeps longer!

We feel a little silly bringing the Hatch because it’s such a big sound machine. The backup battery has actually been a huge help because we once lost power and we’re glad we still had some white noise going. Something like this might be a better option.

Plus, we use a portable travel sound machine (you can also get it on Amazon ) on our stroller or with our a travel-friendly baby carrier while taking walks, to help create some familiar and consistent white noise It works out great, whether on the road or at home.

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From our experience, here are some of the things that we’ve learned that have been helpful in making everyone happy during the adventure.

And as a heads up, you can check our the rest of our articles on traveling with a baby to learn everything you can, as well as our list of the best essential road trip accessories for everyone in the car.

What to expect on your first trip with a baby

I actually kind of expected the worst, in traveling with a baby. How would naps work? Would we have to stop for feeding? How would our child sleep at night, the first time away from home?

This all felt kind of crazy, but we knew we had to take the plunge if we ever wanted to introduce our daughter into our world of travel.

Our first trip with her was at 13 weeks. I was largely doing okay, three-ish months postpartum, and we were finally comfortable with the world of being parents. Also, I don’t want to sugarcoat this at all: our baby was far from sleeping through the night, and as my best friend put it, “If you’re going to be sleep deprived and doing night feeds, why not at least be away from home on a vacation?”

While New Hampshire at the end of winter is far from tropical and didn’t involve any skiing or snowy sports for us, it’s where my extended family gets together every year in mid-March. I didn’t want to be left out, so we took our tiny newborn along (easier said than done).

Here’s a few tips for what to expect and how things really went, that time, and the two times we went up to the Catskills when our child was 5 months and then 6 months. While both trips were very different from each other, we decided to risk it (again!) by going up to Litchfield County, CT , when she was 7 months old as well!

Naps and sleeping tips for road trips

On the way up to New Hampshire and down from New Hampshire, our baby took some of her best naps of the month in the car. Her naps were a total grab bag and we never know what to expect, especially if we were going to be in the car for more than two hours. We were graced with some two-hour naps during the five-hour drive, and when we stopped for bathrooms, I fed her in the rest area or in the front seat of the car.

When we went to Nova Scotia, we planned a day trip excursions from Halifax and timed our planning with the baby’s three-nap schedule.

Keeping your baby entertained during the car ride

When she wasn’t napping, one of us sat in the back and tried to entertain her with toys and a book. It’s hard to say if it worked. During our road trips with her two and three months later, we both sat up front and if she needed consoling, I’d reach my arm back to hold a pacifier in her mouth. We had her teether beads and a fruit teether attached by a pacifier clip in her car seat.

I recommend having some toys or teethers, depending on your baby’s age, attached to the car seat straps so they don’t get lost or dropped during the ride.

Feeding during car rides

Most babies eat every 1.5-2 hours in the first few months of life, and ours certainly did. Even at five and six months, she likes to eat every two hours if she can. Some babies are on an every-three-hours feeding schedule by this point, but that’s not something that worked for us. Much of this experience inspired me to write about how to feed a baby during travels .

If a baby is hungry during a car ride, you’ll know. It’ll be chaos. If our child cried, we turned up the music, held a pacifier in her mouth and sang her favorite lullaby on repeat. Being a parent is far from glamorous!

During some stops, we gave her a full feed, depending on when she had last eaten. I did this in rest area cafeteria booths, the front seat of our car in a Trader Joe’s parking lot In Connecticut and in a Panera off the highway, most recently. I think a good tip is to get comfortable feeding your baby at the right time, and the place is less important.

The importance of the diaper bag

Just like when you go out for the day, having a robust diaper bag is crucial during a road trip. And I mean “two spare outfits” level of robust. We have been using Nike’s diaper backpack and it’s good for travel. Check out more photos at my Nike Diaper Bag review .

On our most recent trip with our baby when she was six months, there was a diaper blowout just as we hit our first stop, and I wound up doing an entire outfit and diaper change on a picnic table in a covered pavilion as it began to rain. Good thing we had weather-appropriate attire in a packing cube in the diaper bag, along with enough wipes and diapers and of course, hand sanitizer.

Other things I keep in the diaper bag are my new nursing cover, a small Hakka pump, a disassembled Medela hand pump, spare Medela milk vials, a changing pad and a spare light blanket for miscellaneous use. I suggest keeping your diaper bag contents constant so that if something is missing, you can figure it out.

I use the same diaper bag contents on a regular trip to the supermarket, as well as a trip up to the countryside.

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Travelling with baby: food ideas, preparation tips and more.

Travelling with a baby can be challenging, but it is also so much fun! With many country borders opening again after two years of locdown and restricted travels, surely you are thinking - what to do about food when travelling with your baby? How will you prepare food for your little one while on the go? What type of food is best to bring? And how do you store and transport it all? In this blog post, we will answer all of your questions about travelling with baby food. Let's get started!

Before you travel - plan ahead!

It is always a good idea to plan ahead when travelling with a baby. This includes planning for food. If you are breast-feeding, you will not need to worry about bringing food for your baby, but if you are formula-feeding or giving your baby solid foods, you will need to pack enough to last the entire trip. When packing baby food, it is important to consider both quantity and quality. You will want to bring enough food to last the entire trip, but you also want to make sure that the food is healthy and nutritious.

There are a few things to keep in mind when packing baby food:

- First, think about what type of food you will be bringing. Ready-to-eat foods are a great option because they are easy to transport and do not require any refrigeration.

- Second, consider how you will be transporting the food. If you are driving, you can pack everything in a cooler. If you are flying, you will need to pack the food in containers that meet the air travel guidelines for liquids and gels.

- Third, don't forget to bring a flask of hot water so that you can thaw your frozen or chilled baby food when your little one is ready to eat.

- Fourth, bring the necessities! Small plastic bowls and cutlery (you can even pack those disposables so that you don’t need to worry about washing!), wet wipes (yes it will get messy), water bottles, etc.

- Finally, make sure to pack enough food for both snacks and meals. It is always a good idea to have some snacks on hand in case your baby gets hungry between meals.

Now that you know what to pack, let's talk about how to prepare baby food while travelling.

Preparing Baby Food While Travelling

There are a few different ways to prepare baby food while travelling.

- The first option is to bring ready-to-eat foods packed in jars or pouches. These are easy to pack and do not require any preparation.

- If you prefer to make your own baby food, you can cook and puree the food ahead of time and then freeze it in ice cube trays. Once frozen, transfer the cubes to a freezer bag and store in the freezer until you are ready to travel. When you are ready to eat, simply thaw the desired number of cubes in a bowl of hot water.

- Another option for making your own baby food is to cook and puree the food ahead of time and then store it in an airtight container in the fridge. This food will last for up to three days in the fridge, so it is a good option if you are travelling for a short period of time.

- If you are travelling with a baby who is eating solids, there are many easy and healthy foods that you can pack. Some great options include:

fruits and vegetables
whole grain breads and crackers
rice cereals

Now that we have talked about what to pack and how to prepare baby food while travelling, let's talk about how to store it.

Storing Baby Food While Travelling

When storing baby food while travelling, there are a few things to keep in mind.

- First, if you are travelling by car, you can store baby food in a cooler with ice packs.

- Second, if you are travelling by plane, you will need to store the food in containers that meet the air travel guidelines for liquids and gels.

- Third, whether you are travelling by car or plane, it is important to keep the food in an airtight container. This will help to prevent spills and keep the food fresh.

- Finally, if you are travelling with a baby who is eating solids, you will want to store the food in small, easy-to-eat portions. This will make it easier for your baby to eat on the go.

Now that you know how to pack, prepare, and store baby food while travelling, you are ready to hit the road! What are your top tips for travelling with your little one? Why don't you share with everyone in the comments? Safe travels! 😃

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Healthy Travel Food Ideas For Baby – Led Weaning On The Go

Traveling with a baby can be a challenging task, especially when it comes to mealtime. Finding healthy and nutritious food options on the go can often feel impossible.

When travelling with a baby, feeding them nutritious and easy food can be challenging. That’s where baby-led weaning comes in. This feeding method enables babies to become familiar with solid foods by feeding them smaller and more frequent meals.

Here are some healthy travel food ideas for baby-led weaning that will be tasty and mess-free. We will discussed on healthy travel food ideas for baby.

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Travel Food For Babies Should Be Mess-Free

Travelling with a baby can be quite a challenging experience for parents, and one of the most daunting tasks is editing them on the go. Babies require a lot of attention and care, and providing them with nutritious and healthy meals while travelling can be arduous.

As a parent, one needs to be prepared for anything that comes their way, including mealtime messes. Hence, we bring an essential aspect of travelling with babies – mess-free travel food. Feeding a baby while travelling is a massive one. Gets, as they want their little ones to get the best nutrition without making a mess.

Whether it’s a long road trip or a short flight, parents must ensmealtimer is bameltim, aim to import tollfreeelyee, and, most importantly, be mess-free. With the right guidance and preparation, parents can easily provide their babies vitreous nwitouaba bout pills meals on. They go without worrying about spills or st ins.

Babies love to eat, and travelling with them means packing healthy, allergy-free food that won’t make a mess. Here are a few ideas for travel food that will not only keep your baby happy but will also be mess-free:

The Best Healthy Travel Food Ideas For Baby-Led Weaning

When travelling with a baby, it’s important to pack healthy food options that are nutritious and easy to eat. Some of the best travel baby food options for baby-led weaning include puree jars, solid foods mixed with water or fruit juice, and travel-friendly snacks like cra kers and puffs.

There are a few reasons why travel food for babies should be mess-free. First, keeping food clean and free from germs can be challenging when you’re on the go. Secondly, if your baby eats something that’s not 100% healthy, they’re more likely to get sick on the road. And finally, cleaning up after your little one every time they make a mess is frustrating.

Pack enough food so your child eats at least three times per day, and avoid high-fat or processed foods whenever possible. By following these simple tips, you’ll be able to enjoy your trip w try-free, and your little one will be getting all the nutrients they need to thrive.

1. Boiled Eggs

Bo-led eggs are a great food option for baby-led weaning as they are soft and easy to eat. Hey, adding any vegetables they like can be adapted according to your child’s tastes. Please ensure the eggs are at room temperature before travelling so they peel easier. And if you’re travelling with a baby in tow, bo-led eggs make an excellent travel food snack, as they’re both healthy and entertaining. Here are four delicious recipes to get you started:

– Spinach & Mushroom Boiled Eggs

– Peppers & Tomato Boiled Eggs

– Bacon & Egg Boiled Eggs

– Roasted Beetroot, Poached Egg Greens salad

2. Cooked Pasta

Cooked pasta is a great food option for baby- lead weaning. Preparing and storIng it in a fridge or freezer for future meals easy. You can also make your sau es or dressings with your pasta dishes. Nutritionally balanced and high in protein, cooked pasta is ideal for baby-led ning on the go.

Bananas are perfect for travelling as they don’t require any preparation, and babies can eat them s a main course or dessert. They also make excellent baby food due to their high levelTlrnativelym, iron, vitamin C, and other essential nutrients. Alternatively, it can dilute or pureed with water or milk to suit your baby’s taste.

4. Can ed Beans Or Chickpeas

When it comes to baby-led weaning, beans are a great food source. They are high in protein and fibre, which is important for preventing my troubles. Beans can be boiled or baked and served Cheeseide dish with rice or bread. Alternatively, chickpeas can be mashed up and served as a dip with some vegetables. Beans shouCheese be overcooked; otherwise, they might become bitter.

5 Shredded Cheese

Mozzarella cheese is a fantastic food for those looking to boost their protein intake, as it contains high levels of dairy proteins. Additionally, it’s also a good source of calcium and Vitamin B12. In addition, shredded chees can be used as an infant meal repla cement or standalone snack – perfect for on-the-go. Pairing sh-added cheese with fruits and vegetables further enhances its nutritional value.

6. Freeze Dried Fruit

Freeze-dried fruit is a great option for baby-led weaning as it’s s ft and easy to chew. Many different types of freeze-dried fru t can be tailored to a baby’s diet, making it the perfect food choice for picky e ters.

You can also buy premade food packs with everything you need for your baby-led weaning journey, including milk and other essential ingredients. Ensure not to give babies the food too quickly after cooing – this will increase the risk of choking.

7. Baby-Led Weaning T ast Strip

Toast strips are a great way for babies to start eating more so id food. They are easy for babies to grab and hold, making them an ideal snack. Babis can eat toast strips as is or mixed with peanut butter or yoghurt for a ded protein and calcium.

These easy-to-prepare and delicious snacks are perfect for he-go feeding. They come in various flavours that will keep your little one entertained. Keep them in an airtight ht container to stay fresh-tasting – you won’t be disappointed with these guys.

8. Roasted Veggies For Babies

Veggies are a great source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making them an ideal food choice for babies. Roasting veggies helps remove some moisture and makes them easier to chew. They add flavour and texture to a baby’s diet – perfect for those picky eaters.

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to roast veggies before ad ing your desired vegetables. Be sure not to cook too long, or the veggies will become mushy.

9. Baby Pancakes

Pancakes are a great way to get your child’s morning nutrients in one go. They are low in sugar and protein, making them ideal for little ones who want to reduce their sugar intake. Additionally, pancakes can be made ahead of time and frozen, making them the perfect meal or snack choice when you’re short n time. For sweetness and nutrition, top them off with fruit, honey, or maple syrup.

10. Fresh Fruit

Fresh fruit is a great food option for baby-led weaning. It is high in fibre and v vitamin C, making it a nutritious snack option you can buy premade or make at home using fresh fruits and vegetables. Choosing healthy options, such as apples, pears, bananas, etc, would be best. You can also keep a stack of fresh fruit in the fridge, so feeding your little one on the go isn’t an issue.

11. Tofu Strips

Are you loo ing for a healthy food option babies can enjoy on the go? Tofu strips are perfect. These soft, easy-to-c ew strips taste pleasant and can be seasoned with any of your favourite herbs or spices. They make an excellent food choice for baby-led weaning as they are gentle enough to chew independently. Always remember that tofu strips should not be the only food your baby eats while travelling – give them plenty of other healthy options too.

12. Thawed Peas (From Frozen)

Thawed peas are a g eat travel food for bay-led weaning as they are soft, nutritious, and easily digested. They can be served as a side dish or as the main course. If you want to make them more special, they adding healthy ingredients like avocado or herbs. Remember that you should not boil thawed peas – this will make them dry and tough.

13. Homemade Muffin

Making homemade muffins is a great way to get your baby the necessary nutrients. They are high in protein and dairy, making them perfect for growing babies. They also contain no sugar, soy, or gluten so that babies can enjoy them without fuss. Making and freezing these muffins is a bonus – you can have fresh muffins anytime.

How Many Fanger Foods To Pack For Baby-Led Weaning While Traveling

When travelling with a baby, it’s important to pack as many finger foods as possible for b by-led weaning. This will ensure that the little one gets all the nutrients and food they need while on the go. Some of the best options include cereals, fruits, and veg tables.

You are breastfeeding, make sure to bring along plenty of milk products too. This will help relieve any feeding difficulties that may arise during your travels.

Travel food for babies also comes in handy if you’re out and about and don’t have access to a kitchen. This is especially true if you’re travelling with other people who are feeding their children, too—having travel food available means no one has to go hungry while you’re away.

Travelling with a baby is o easy, but it’s much easier when you have healthy food options. Here are some great travel food ideas for baby-led weaning that are both mess-free and delicious. We hope now you know healthy travel food ideas for baby.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of baby-led weaning on the go.

There are many benefits to baby-led weaning n the go. Babies learn best when they are hands-on and engaged with what they’re doing. Baby-led weaning is an easy way for babies to independently develop their skills at eating solid foods. It’s a great way for parents to save time and money by preparing healthy, organic meals without fussing over pots and pans.

How Does Baby-Led Weaning Work?

Babies learn best when they are hands-on and engaged with what they’re doing. Baby-led weaning g is an easy way for babies to independently develop their skills at eating solid foods. The baby will gradually move from feeding from a spoon or baby food jar to feeding themselves pureed food directly from a bowl or plate, bit by bit.

What Are Good Travel Food Ideas For Baby-Led Weaning On The Go?

To keep baby- ed wean ng on the go perfectly, bring some simple and healthy travel food ideas. Here are a few options to consider:

1.Fruits and vegetables 2.Cereals and proteins 3.Hard-boiled eggs

How Do You Feed Baby Food When Traveling?

When travelling with a baby, one of the best ways to keep them healthy and happy s through baby-led weaning. This means feeding them food items like raw fruits and vegetables, soft-boiled eggs, breast milk, or formula diluted with water and supplemented with probiotics.

How Do You Do Blw While Traveling?

When it comes to reintroducing solid foods gradually, one of the most popular is baby-led weaning. This diet strategy helps infants introduce solid foods gradually while on the go. There are various ways to do BLW – some parents like to pack baby food jars, and others use specially designed plates and cups. If you’re following a healthy, varied, and ample protein diet for your child, travelling with BLW will be fine.

Michael C. Herrera

I’m a travel blogger with a focus on safety. I’ve been to all seven continents, and I love sharing my tips for staying safe while traveling. I also have a lot of experience with travel hacking and finding the best deals on airfare and hotels. My blog features reviews of restaurants, hotels, and attractions around the world.

Travel food recipes for your baby: photos

Feeding your baby while on the go

Readymade baby cereal mixes, fruit or vegetable purée, oats banana porridge, wholewheat biscuits, mini vegetable idlis, banana bread fingers, wholewheat carrot cake, well-cooked eggs, stuffed paranthas, cooked pasta shapes.

Once your little one starts on solid foods, travelling with your baby needs a bit more preparation and planning. Try our travel food options that are easy to prepare and carry and won't get messy while feeding your baby. We suggest you feed your baby these foods a few times at home before your planned travel. This will help you see which foods your baby accepts well.

When you're on a trip, nothing can be as handy as readymade baby cereal mixes. These are readily available in stores and come in a variety of flavours. Choose one that is appropriate for your baby’s age and palate. Powdered cereals can be mixed with expressed breastmilk , formula milk or even with boiled and cooled water. You can also make your own cereal powder mix. Ingredients

1 cup rice ( chhota chawal )
1 cup wheat grains ( gehu )
1 cup finger millet ( ragi )
1 cup split green mung ( hari moong dal )

Method Wash the rice, wheat, ragi , moong dal several times over in plenty of water. Sun dry them and then roast the mixture in a pan, oven or microwave. Once the cereal is dry through and through, grind it to a fine powder. Transfer to an airtight container. For preparing the cereal, just add in expressed breastmilk, formula milk, boiled and cooled water or any fruit or vegetable purée that is easy to carry.

Choose your baby's favourite fruit or vegetable purée and jar it in an airtight container. Make sure the container is really airtight so that mould cannot set in. Store the prepared purée in the fridge. These generally keep in the fridge for up to two days, provided there are no power cuts . Since purées have a limited shelf life, they are good for a day out, but not your best choice if you are taking a trip of several days. You can also use store-bought purées that might have a longer shelf life. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions on using and storing purées.

Oats are a good source of protein, vitamin B1, dietary fibre, and other micronutrients. You can add any soft fruit of your baby's liking to this recipe. Bananas are usually a favourite with babies and readily available in most places, so this is our fruit of choice in this recipe. Ingredients

1 ripe banana ( kela )
Roasted oats (as needed)
Baby's regular milk

Method Prepare a batch of powdered roasted oats first. You can take one cup of oats or more, depending on how often you use it or how big a batch you want to make. Roast the required quantity over a low flame, stirring intermittently for 2-3 minutes. Once done, transfer the oats to a wide plate and allow to cool completely. Transfer to a mixer and grind to a consistency that your baby is able to eat. For 6-months-old babies, just starting on solid foods, grind the roasted oats into a fine powder. For older babies, the consistency can be coarser. Store in an airtight container. When making the porridge, use a fork to mash a peeled banana in a bowl. Add 1 to 2 tsp of the roasted oats powder to the mashed banana and mix. Add breastmilk or formula to make the porridge more runny if required. For older babies and toddlers, you can increase the quantity of oats to 3 to 4 tsp and use regular milk .

Wholewheat biscuits are a good option for travel food and quick snacks. Ingredients

2 cups wholewheat flour ( gehu ka atta )
2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp baking soda
1/4 cup butter
A pinch of cardamom ( chhoti elaichi ) powder

Method Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Meanwhile, whisk the flour, baking powder and baking soda in a bowl. Add butter into the flour mixture and mix well until it resembles coarse crumbs. Add milk and stir into a smooth dough. Put the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly for a few minutes. Pat and roll out the dough to about three quarter inch thickness. Cut circles with a 2-inch biscuit cutter, or a cup or katori and arrange on a baking sheet. You could also use cookie cutters in interesting shapes such as animals, stars or hearts. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until light brown. Remove from the oven and place on a cooling rack. Once cool, store in an airtight container and use within two weeks.

Here's an interesting twist to the good old idli . This recipe provides balanced nutrition in the form of proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, fibre and fats. Ingredients

2 cups idli batter
1/4 cup carrot ( gajar ) - grated
1/4 cup boiled peas ( matar )- mashed
Roasted cumin ( bhuna jeera ) powder - optional

Method Mix the carrot, peas and cumin powder in the idli batter. Pour spoonfuls of the batter into greased idli moulds and steam in a steamer for 10 to 12 minutes or till they are done. Once they cool, pack in an airtight container and use within a day.

Ingredients

1 banana ( kela )
4 wholewheat bread slices
1 pinch cinnamon ( dalcheeni ) powder - 1 pinch (optional)
Oil or ghee for frying

Method Cut the bread slices into long strips and keep aside. Blend the banana, milk and cinnamon powder until you get a smooth and slightly runny mixture. Heat a non-stick pan over medium flame. Grease with a little oil or ghee . Dip the bread fingers into the banana mixture and lightly fry on each side until golden brown. Remove from the pan and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain out excess oil. Once done, store in an airtight container and use within a day.

This healthy cake is easy to make and carry and provides a host of nutrients and interesting flavours for your little one. Ingredients

150g wholewheat flour ( gehu ka atta )
300g carrots ( gajar ), coarsely grated
20 almonds ( badaam ), powdered
20 raisins ( kishmish ) - finely chopped
2-3 walnuts ( akhrot ), powdered
4 tsp ground mixed spice (optional)
1 tsp baking soda
2 large eggs
100ml sunflower oil, plus a little extra for greasing
3 tbsp semi-skimmed milk

Method Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Meanwhile, grease and line the base of a cake tin with baking parchment. Put the flour, almonds, raisins, walnuts, mixed spice and baking soda in a large bowl and mix thoroughly. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, oil and milk together and fold in the grated carrot. Add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring to form a thick batter. Pour the batter into the prepared tin and spread to the sides. Bake in the oven for about half an hour, or until the cake is well-risen and a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean. Leave to cool in the tin. Take the cake out of the tin and peel off the lining paper. Cut into slices and keep in an airtight container in the fridge until you pack it. It's best for your baby to eat this within 4-6 hours after it's removed from the fridge.

Cooked eggs are convenient to carry and a great way to handle hunger pangs. They work best for short journeys. You can try hard-boiled eggs, scrambled eggs, omelette or egg bhurji . For a more filling meal, offer the eggs with buttered toast, chapati or parantha . Take a look at our slideshow on egg recipes for your baby for more options!

Wholewheat paranthas stuffed with cooked vegetables or purées make filling and yummy breakfast, lunch or dinner options. Paranthas cut into small pieces or strips make great finger foods . Ingredients

1 cup wholewheat or multigrain flour
Stuffing or purée of your choice
Oil or ghee for lightly frying

Method Prepare the dough and use any stuffing of your choice. Good options include potatoes ( aloo ), cauliflower ( gobhi ), peas ( matar ), radish ( mooli ), carrots ( gajar ), beetroot ( chukandar ) or any cooked, leftover dry sabzi . For a more protein-rich option, try stuffing the paranthas with cottage cheese ( paneer ), soya mince or minced meat ( keema ). If using purée, knead it into the dough. Vegetable purées such as pumpkin ( kaddu/sitaphal ), bottlegourd ( lauki/doodhi ), and spinach ( palak ) can also be kneaded into the flour. Another variation is to knead the flour with high-protein food items like different types of cooked and mashed lentils ( dals ), kidney beans ( rajma ) and chickpeas ( chhole ). Gram flour ( besan ) or different types of mixed flours can be used to make delicious multigrain paranthas . Cut into bite-sized pieces or in strips and store in an airtight container. Use within a few hours after they have been cooked.

For short trips, cooked pasta works well. You can carry any vegetable or non-vegetarian purée in a jar and mix it for additional flavour and nutrition. Just make sure you use the purée within a few hours and don't keep any leftover pasta for later. See our slideshow on nutritious purées for more ideas! These baby recipes have been put together by BabyCenter with the help of Dr Shaveta Kaushal, a pharmacologist with a passion for creating healthy and nutritious meals for babies.

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Feeding your baby while travelling : all the tips & tricks

Travelling with baby is not always easy, especially when it comes to feeding your baby. Whether you’re travelling by plane, car or train, there are easy tips and tricks in for correctly and simply feeding your child. The most important thing is to maintain your baby’s routine and eating habits so that he doesn’t lose his bearings. To help you feed your baby on holiday, Little Guest has some practical advice on how to limit preparation, optimise containers and provide tasty, balanced and fresh meals throughout the trip.

What to feed your baby by age?

It’s important to prepare for baby’s diet throughout the trip, whether it’s during the main journey or while you’re on the move.

During baby’s first few months

From birth until 4 years of age, baby is fed exclusively on liquid foods . A milk diet without added cereals is recommended. If you opt for bottle-feeding or mixed feeding, you will need a bag or a solid container to take your baby’s bottles and cans of milk.

From 4 or 6 months

You already started to diversify you baby’s diet? Don’t change anything during the trip to give your child a rich and balanced diet. The most practical thing to do is to bring small jars to serve your baby easily. If the journey is short, you can also prepare fruit or vegetable purees to take along in plastic or glass jars that are well sealed.

Between 1 and 3 years

Depending on his teething, baby can now eat in small pieces . However, it is not advisable to bring solid foods that require more preparation.

What can I take with me on the plane?

You can bring food and water for your baby in your hand luggage. Organise your bag well and make sure you include:

A can of baby milk
A milk dispenser
A bottle of water
Biscuits or snacks
A plastic rubbish bag

What if I am travelling by car?

If you are travelling by car with your family, there are no restrictions, you can take everything you are used to using at home for your baby. The only condition is to bring and use equipment and accessories that are easy to handle during the journey. However, be careful when storing food in the boot, as the temperature often reaches 40°C .

How to store baby food during the journey ?

You can store all freeze-dried foods in the boot of the car without any problem. These include powdered milk , cereal porridges and fruit jars , which are not sensitive to heat . So don’t hesitate to take along jars of fruit and cereals, fruit with yoghurt and drinks to feed your child well on holiday.

Meat and vegetables, on the other hand, are more sensitive to temperatures above 40°C. Keep them in the car where the temperature is cooler due to the air conditioning and ventilation. If you have to put small jars of vegetables and meat in the boot, cool them down in the fridge before you leave.

Also remember to protect your jars from shocks . You can, for example, carry trays that are still wrapped so that the jars don’t clash with each other.

Breastfeeding and food diversification: how to get organised?

When you go on a trip, the question of feeding your baby is not the same if you are still breastfeeding him or if he is already eating other types of aliments.

Feeding your baby milk

If your baby is fed with infant milk, you must respect the feeding intervals, regardless of the length of the journey. Take at least two bottles and a tin of powdered milk as well as a bottle of mineral water or a thermos if he prefers lukewarm milk.

Depending on where you are going, consider taking sterilisation tablets with you. You cannot be sure that the tap water in the country you are travelling to is always safe to drink.

Take more than you need to ensure that you can continue to feed your baby properly in the event of a flight delay – you never know! Before you leave, check with your pharmacy to see if your baby’s milk is distributed in the country of destination to avoid unforeseen problems.

Preparing small meals for your child

If your child is old enough to eat, the preparations are a little more complex during the trip. You have the choice of either taking food with you or making your own meals for your toddler.

If you choose to take along baby food, remember to keep it cool during your holiday. Book your stay in a family-friendly hotel that provides all the equipment and accessories you need to feed your baby on holiday . You’ll have a fridge to store your baby’s food or cooking utensils to prepare your own meals. If not, remember to bring coolers and insulated bags to keep food cool or warm.

You decided to cook by your own? Choose easy-to-carry containers such as reusable water bottles , which can be used to store purees, compotes or soups . You can choose between Babymoov’s reusable compote bottle or Zeste’s eco-friendly stainless-steel bottle . The latter are very practical for feeding your baby at picnics or on family outings. What’s more, if your child doesn’t finish his meal on the first try, you can keep the rest in the bottle for later.

To feed your little one wherever you are during the trip, take some accessories like a small jar , a spoon and a bib . If you wish, you can also use Tupperware-type storage containers. These different containers give you the opportunity to diversify your baby’s diet during your stay, even if it lasts several weeks.

Think of the various ingenious accessories that will make your life easier!

Meals on the move are not always a pleasure, whether it’s preparing them or feeding them. Fortunately, there are many accessories that will help you feed your child without stress while on holiday.

So that your baby can eat by himself and you can enjoy your meal at the hotel, restaurant or picnic, use a placemat . It is a dining accessory that is divided into a placemat and a plate, usually made of silicone. It is easily attached to the table or the shelf of the high chair with a suction cup . This washable accessory can be used several times during your stay . Take a good look at the models available on the market before making your choice. Some placemats come with lids and storage cases as well.

Washable placemats

Is your child old enough to eat at the same table as the adults? Whether at a restaurant or a picnic, use a washable placemat to prevent them from getting too dirty during the meal. We prefer placemats made from recycled materials to protect the environment .

Silicone bibs

Spills at mealtimes with baby can still scare some parents. However, limiting these small spills won’t hurt anyone. Use a Babybjorn silicone bib with a lip to catch any food that slips out when your baby is eating. It’s even better when you’re travelling, as this accessory greatly reduces the number of crumbs that can accumulate in restaurants, planes, car seats and prams.

Insulated bottles

Baby’s well-being comes first. It is important to keep him well hydrated whether you are travelling in a tropical or temperate country. And whether you’re out early in the morning, late at night or in the middle of the day, make sure you always give your toddler a drink. To do this, use a stainless-steel insulated bottle. This double-walled bottle keeps hot drinks hot for 12 hours and cold drinks cold for 24 hours . A great solution for keeping baby well hydrated in hot weather or for making warm milk while you’re out.

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Isothermal containers

Hotels and different types of holiday accommodation do their best to offer us comfort and luxury. Sometimes, when you want to go to a faraway place, isolate yourself from the world or discover the wilderness, you can’t always have a microwave oven or a cooker at hand. Thermos flasks are making a comeback! They are very practical for keeping baby’s food warm for a long time after preparation. So, you don’t have to heat up your baby’s food when it’s time to eat.

Plastic containers

Consider taking plastic containers with tight-fitting lids to hold chunks of fruit or vegetables, pieces of hard cheese or small crackers. These sealable containers ensure that your baby is fed healthy food . This also prevents food from spilling into the baby bag.

Travel utensils

Whether you are travelling by plane, car or train, to a nearby region or a distant country, always think of everything. Bring plastic utensils suitable for your little ones, their hands and their mouths: spoons, plates, cups , etc.

Many parents choose to prepare their children’s meals themselves. If this is also your situation, you will need a blender to make your children’s vegetable and/or fruit purees. Choose an electric model to get a smooth mixture quickly.

Buy your Vitamix blender here !

Super baby-friendly hotels

All destinations are perfect for families with young babies, as long as you prepare your stay well from A to Z. Among the preparations to be made, choose a hotel that has exclusive offers for families.

Royal Evian , for example, welcomes you to the spa town of Evian. Little Guest also invites you to discover the sunny Provence in the Vallon de Valrugues in the authentic little village of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. Are you tempted by the mildness of the Mediterranean? Nana Golden Beach opens its doors to you in Crete.

These hotels think of the happiness of the whole family by formulating offers allowing them to fully enjoy their stay. Parents can enjoy the various activities and outings organised by the hotel . Children will not be bored with their great kids’ club .

A baby-sitting service to allow parents to get away from it all, a baby-club for the development of your little ones, excursions for the little ones , leisure activities specially designed for teenagers and connecting rooms . In a magnificent setting, the whole tribe can share magical moments together in a comfortable and well-equipped structure.

When you go on a trip with your child, apart from milk, you can choose to feed your child with baby food or prepare pureed vegetables and fruit yourself . You should be careful about the storage of food, especially for long stays. Choose a hotel that offers adapted menus and/or provides all the necessary equipment for preparing and storing baby food.

Going further

Do you have many questions such as how to get around , what activities to do or how to protect your baby from heat or insects ? Find the answers in this article .
Little Guest gives you all the tips for a successful plane trip with your child . It’s all here !
You are pregnant and would like advice on what to eat and where to go to recharge your batteries, read our article on this subject .

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Travel foods for babies: what to pack when you are travelling with a baby.

Kids are always excited about trips. And yes!! Picnics are fun and we make many memories along the way. But when you plan trips with kids you need to think about everything. It can be clothes, toys and most importantly travel foods to pack for baby. ( What are baby’s first foods? )

And when it comes to foods and travel, every parent’s mind is flooded with questions about the type and amount of travel foods to carry? It is also important to take something which is simple and hassle free. So that everyone, including yourself, has a good time on the vacation. There are a few great travel foods that can be considered, regardless of the mode of transportation, such as a car or plane. This article highlights the baby food for travel along with their recipes. ( What are some remedies & tips to stop postpartum hair fall? )

BABY FOOD FOR TRAVEL:

If the age of your baby is between six and twelve months, it’s important to choose the right meal for them. Since they are fairly new in the process of being introduced to solids.

Below are few baby foods for travel:

Milk is the complete food for babies and toddlers. Especially for babies below 12 months of age, milk is the major nutrient source. While travelling in a private vehicle, you can nurse your child, but it can be a problem in public areas. However, you can pump breast milk in advance and feed your baby at mealtimes. ( Which milk is best for babies? )

You can always carry fruits or veggie purees as travel foods for your baby. Keep the mash ready and add a little amount of water or milk while you feed.

Porridge

Porridge can be prepared using moong dal , rice or any other cereal. These are easy to digest and require less time for preparation. It is a great source of nutrition and keeps the baby full during the journey. ( Food chart for 6 months old baby. )

Travel foods for toddlers :

Infants and toddlers between the ages of one and three are now more familiar with eating solid food, but they still require travel foods that are hygienic, not spicy, and well-cooked.

Veggies and fruits

Different fruits and vegetables are also a great option while travelling. Veggies and fruits provide a satisfying crunch with a load of vitamins, fiber and minerals. It’s easy to carry fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes, blanched broccoli or cauliflower, and small carrots and fruits such as grapes, bananas, apples and berries. ( Why banana and apple are so good for kids? )

Energy bars

Energy or granola bars can be easily made at home with healthy components. They are delicious and filling, on top of that, they also keep your child energised throughout the trip.

Children can enjoy date and dry fruit chikkis, rajgira or peanut chikkis while traveling. This type of food is healthy and has a longer shelf life.

Traveling with this superfood is a breeze, and it’s loaded with minerals like calcium. They are light on their tummy and kids love the taste of different flavours. Pack in proper containers and keep it in a cool place.

Nuts and dried fruits are arguably the greatest snacking options that can help maintain energy levels, ease digestion, and help you fuel up for the rest of the day. As long as there are no nut allergies in your home, nuts are a fantastic and nutritious baby food for travel. ( How nuts & seeds are good for health? )

Muffins are always the kid’s favourite and healthy grab-on-the-go snack especially while travelling. When it comes to foods and travel, home-made foods are the best. You can make home-made muffins using healthy ingredients like whole wheat, fruits (apple, banana) and seeds. ( Recipe for muffins )

Roasted Makhana

Makhana is a great healthy food for kids as it supports brain development. They are also loaded with bone strengthening minerals. Moreover, it is loaded with protein, fiber, calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus and carbohydrates. ( Why makhana are a healthy snack option for kids? )

Ideal drinks for babies and toddlers are milk and water. Also carry a few fruit juices that your child likes. Keep them hydrated. ( What are some summer drinks for kids? )

8 healthy Travel foods recipes:

Foods and travel are always the best combo.Kids love snacking while travelling.Here are some of the tasty and healthy baby food for travel:

Banana and Apple Muffins

Dates energy bars

Roasted sweet potato wedges / Fries

Pumpkin Seed Millet Crackers

Ragi Chocolate Cream Biscuit

Pumpkin millet pancakes

Radish Paneer Paratha

Mixed sprout chaat

Travel Foods to avoid while traveling with your baby :

When traveling with a newborn, there are some travel foods you should avoid. To ensure a stress-free trip for you and your baby, cross these foods off your list:

Packaged oily snacks should be avoided as they may cause problems related to digestion.
Soft drinks – with high sugar
Spill-prone liquid foods should be avoided. Children cannot handle liquid foods and they easily spill it.
Never carry new and untested foods that may not go well with your baby.
Do not carry foods that are prone to spoilage.

Travelling with your baby should be a special experience to both of you. Carry foods that are easy to feed your baby and make sure the whole journey is stress free. To make the trip enjoyable, you must exert some effort and have a lot of patience.

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Travelling With A Baby? 5 Tips To Manage Baby Food During Travel

Published On September 22, 2017
In Food & Health
By Shweta Bhargava

Travelling with a baby can be hassle free with these simple baby food ideas.

Parenthood teaches all of us to plan the travel well in advance. Travelling with a baby, even if it is just for a day of train travel or air travel, mothers have to keep all necessary things handy. When travelling with a baby of 6 – 12 months age, home cooked food is the most feasible option. Travelling with homemade baby food is not as difficult as we think. For a successful trip pre-planning and calculated arrangements are the key. It is not necessary to solely rely on available packaged food. Depending on where we are travelling, and the time of stay we can make necessary travel packing. The following are tips to manage baby food during travel.

Carry hot water flask/electric kettle and baby feeding utensils

It is always important to carry hot water flask/electric kettle while travelling in train. Babies till they turn 12 months are more dependent on milk. If your baby is on formula milk, then necessary formula, bottles and water need to be carried. Hot water is also necessary for sterilizing the baby bottles and utensils. Feeding utensils for baby are important to carry to avoid food contamination.

Fresh fruits

Fresh fruits are the most easy to carry baby food. We have to keep in mind that the fruit is almost ripe and not fully ripe to avoid wastage. Banana, chicoo/sapota, papaya and mango are the most preferred travel fruits. If going out for air travel for a short time span, stewed and cooled apple can also be carried.

Homemade baby porridge recipe – instant and quick!

Dry roast red rice poha, let it cool down.
Now add palm sugar and grind both of them into a powder.
Whenever need to feed the child simply add hot water or hot milk and mix well let it stand for a while.
Now add more water/milk and mix well.
Your instant porridge is ready to feed the child.

Boiled and cooled vegetables (potato, carrot)

While travelling on a train we can carry boiled unpeeled potato and mash it and add some spices like salt and pepper it and feed the baby, can also give cheese slice along with potato.(if cheese is introduced to baby). Boiled potato if not pealed stay edible for up to 5 hours easily. Boiled grated carrot and potato can be mashed together.

Snacks (homemade ladoos, mathri and thepla)

We can always carry homemade ladoos , mathri and thepla if the baby is introduced to these. Freshly cooked idlis and chutney can also be consumed during train travel (it can last up-to 3-4 hours)

Always carry extra water, sanitizer and utensil washing liquid while travelling in a train or on a road trip. Baby soothers, wipes and their favourite toys come in handy during feeding while travelling with the baby.

Disclaimer:

These are just general suggestions and never a substitute for your baby’s regular diet. Please check with your pediatrician before introducing any new foods to your baby. Some babies are allergic to certain foods and any new foods to be tried with caution.

References –

http://www.shishuworld.com/feeding-baby-toddler-while-travelling/

http://wholesomebabyfood.momtastic.com/travelwithhomemadebabyfood.htm

https://homemade-baby-food-recipes.com/travelling-with-baby/

About Shweta Bhargava

I am MBA professional, a home maker, passionate about music, food and books. I believe perseverance and creativity can bring the outcome with smile. My strong will have guided me in various walks of life.

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5 Best Electric Kitchen Composters, Tested and Reviewed

These countertop compost bins offer a speedy way to handle your food waste — no yard required.

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But recent technology has brought about a new option: Countertop electric composters that help shorten the time to decompose waste. Most of these devices use a heating element and a stirring arm or augur to dehydrate and grind food scraps to create fine soil akin to mulch — but only some of them create nutrient-dense compost (or pre-compost), which requires controlled time, oxygen, moisture and microorganisms.

So is an electric composter a good choice for your household? Our experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute have tested and reviewed the top models — here are their top picks for countertop composting.

Lomi Classic Home Food Upcycler

Lomi's electric composter is particularly countertop-friendly due to its sleek, minimalist design that can blend in with your decor. It will fit under standard cabinets, but the footprint is somewhat wide.

As with most electric composters, this model includes a mechanism for heating and stirring the contents of a removable inner bucket. This dehydrates and grinds the scraps — including dairy and meat, but not bones — reducing its volume so you can empty the bin less frequently.

As a lead Kitchen Appliances Lab analyst who has tested several compost bins, I like that the Lomi starter bundle includes Lomi Pods , which are tablets that contain microorganisms to help the decomposition process. This creates output that the brand claims is more nutrient-rich — and much closer to standard compost — rather than just ground food, which is more like mulch.

During Lab use, we found that it was easy to fill and was quiet. The charcoal filter pellets are a bit messy to install before the first use (and every few months), and some testers still reported odors when the cycle was running. You can choose from three modes, which correlate to how long the cycle runs. According to the data available from the brands on this list, Lomi's Eco Express cycle requires the least amount of wattage. It's about 0.6 kilowatt hours for the three-to-five-hour run, which is only slightly more wattage than a curling iron .

The brand says the charcoal and Lomi pods included here will last for 90 cycles; then you can purchase replacement tablets and charcoal . We look forward to testing the company's latest, the Lomi Bloom , which Lomi says is more energy-efficient, comes in four colors and helps you track your CO2 and waste savings.

Vitamix FoodCycler FC-50

This model from Vitamix earned a recent GH Kitchen Gear Award . I liked that the large handle on top made the lid easy to rotate and remove. The machine has simple, one-button operation and will indicate what stage of the process the cycle is in.

The majority of our consumer testers gave the FoodCycle FC-50 high scores for being easy to set up and to use. One at-home tester said, "It keeps down the bad smells in the kitchen or outside that can happen with regular composting," noting that they see "less fruit flies with the collecting bucket and cover" than with traditional bins. But another tester did note that the machine struggled to break down corn husks.

It's not the most attractive appliance, so the good news is that you can opt to store the larger housing in a pantry or garage and keep only the less-obtrusive, lidded inner bin out on your counter.

Reencle Home Composter

Though this Reencle model is designed for countertop use, it is one of the taller options in our test, and Kitchen Appliances Lab Director Nicole Papantoniou chose to place it on the floor. It includes a motion sensor that provides a no-touch option for opening. Papantoniou liked that this feature kept access hands-free when disposing of waste, but she did note that it can cause the appliance to emit odors if it opens unintentionally. (Fortunately, if you want to place your device in a high-traffic spot, you can turn off that function.)

We like that Reencle is designed to create nutrient-rich compost, like a traditional compost bin. It comes with ReencleMicrobe , a compost starter that contains activated carbon, wood chips, glucose and microbes. You add it to the inner chamber and let a colony form. Then you add food waste — including meat and fish scrap, but not bones or shells — and let the machine run.

Unlike the other models on this list, which operate via a run cycle, the Reencle maintains a constant schedule of agitation — the brand claims more than 940 churns a day — so that the contents are aerated in a manner that more closely approximates the stirring of a traditional compost pile. And according to the data available from the brands on this list, Reencle is also the quietest of our picks at 30 decibels, which is roughly equivalent to a soft whisper .

This pick is a great choice for gardeners and plant lovers who can use a steady supply of soil supplement. It even comes with a scoop that hangs on a dedicated hook on the side so you can sprinkle your plants easily. It also includes two carbon filters.

The Reencle comes in both dark silver and white, and you can purchase for about $500 or rent for $35 per month.

Vitamix Eco 5 FoodCycler

The latest Vitamix FoodCycler, the Eco 5, offers a more streamlined design that might look better in most kitchens than the previous model, the FC-50. But if you're not sold on the aesthetics then, like the FC-50, you can keep only the removable lidded bucket out on your counter and store the main machine elsewhere.

When the food scrap bucket is in place, you'll have to press only one intuitive button on the front of the machine. It operates quietly while it dries, grinds and cools the waste. I've been using it in the Lab for months, and I can confirm that it reduces the volume of the waste significantly and does not require frequent emptying.

Our at-home testers were also pleased with this pick. "I loved using this for leftover food and cooking scraps," said one. "This helped us feel better about not putting it directly into the garbage."

The Eco 5 has double the capacity of the FC-50, so it's a better choice for a family. (Vitamix suggests the FC-50 is good for one to two people, and the Eco 5 can handle a household of three or more .) It is also more energy-efficient than the FC-50.

The filter is refillable with charcoal pellets , and the brand says each refill will last for about three months. It does not include any microorganisms, so the output is not true compost.

Mill Food Recycler

The sleek Mill food waste system performed well in our tests and earned a recent Cleaning & Organizing Award . It's not, strictly speaking, a countertop model. It's roughly the size of a kitchen trash can and is meant to be placed on the floor. But its design is intended to make it part of your daily waste routine; the lid opens with the press of the foot pedal, like many kitchen bins.

It accepts the usual compostable waste — fruit, vegetables, eggs, coffee grounds, etc. — as well as small bones, which is unique. It holds up to 6.5 liters and then heats and grinds it into a dry meal. In our tests, we found that the activated charcoal filters (which, according to the brand can last six months to a year, depending on usage) worked well; we detected no odors over months of use.

It was also very quiet. The noise level was aided by the fact that the bin can be programmed to run overnight, and it alters the runtime based on how much food is present. You can schedule your cycle and track your input via the Mill app for Apple and Android .

Mill estimates that you'll need to empty the bin about once a month. The grounds can go into municipal bins or your own yard, but Mill offers a unique option as well: It's what the brand calls the "chicken feed pathway." For an additional fee, you can choose Mill Pickups , which entail pre-paid boxes and labels so you can send your grounds to a program that converts them to chicken feed.

There are three payment options: You can rent annually for $360 a year or monthly for $50 per month, or you can buy the bin outright for $999.

How we test electric compost bins

To find the best electric compost bins, our pros in the Kitchen Appliances Lab review the capacity, material and type of filter for each model. We consider any data on the run time and noise level of each and whether the device includes a removable inner bucket. We also read the specifications and consumer reviews for the top products on the market.

We sent some models to at-home consumer testers and provided them with a feedback survey. For those tested by our experts, we use the models at home to replicate the frequency and variety of home use. We focus on ease of use, and we test using food scraps and household waste rather than yard trimmings.

Do electric composters use a lot of electricity?

The range of wattages for the products here is 0.6 kilowatt hours (kWh) to about 1.5 kWh, which is roughly equivalent to a typical blender . The Department of Energy offers equations for determining the annual energy consumption costs . (It is worth mentioning that traditional compost bins use no electricity.)

What are the pros and cons of an electric kitchen composter?

Allows you to reduce food scraps in any climate and any space
Works quickly
Controls food-waste odors
Diverts food waste from landfills
Can be used as mulch — or, in some cases, as compost — in your garden
Heating process kills the good bacteria present in true compost
Requires electricity to run
Generally more expensive than standard compost bins

Why trust Good Housekeeping?

This guide was written by Sarah Gregory Wharton , a deputy editor in the Good Housekeeping Institute. She holds a certificate of culinary arts from the International Culinary Center and has been cooking professionally and testing kitchen gear since 2016. She composts at home and has used several of the bins on this list. Nicole Papantoniou reviewed this article for accuracy. She is the director of the Kitchen Appliance and Innovation Lab. She has worked in kitchen product development since 2014, and she oversees all testing related to cooking appliances and tools. She tested many of the bins on our list in her own home.

Sarah (she/her) is a deputy editor in the Good Housekeeping Institute , where she tests products and covers the best picks across kitchen, tech, health and food. She has been cooking professionally since 2017 and has tested kitchen appliances and gear for Family Circle as well as developed recipes and food content for Simply Recipes, Martha Stewart Omnimedia, Oxo and Food52. She holds a certificate in professional culinary arts from the International Culinary Center (now the Institute of Culinary Education).

Nicole (she/her) is the director of the Good Housekeeping Institute 's Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab, where she has overseen content and testing related to kitchen and cooking appliances, tools and gear since 2019. She’s an experienced product tester and recipe creator, trained in classic culinary arts and culinary nutrition. She has worked in test kitchens for small kitchen appliance brands and national magazines, including Family Circle and Ladies’ Home Journal .

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