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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.

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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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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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Top 12 Travel Foods for Babies And Toddlers

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Travelling with an infant or toddler can be an exciting experience, but it’s not always easy to find appropriate food options to satisfy both yourself, and your little one.

One way to make the travel experience more enjoyable, is to pack food that won’t spoil during the trip, including nourishing foods to keep your child satiated.

For inspiration, here are 12 travel food ideas for babies and toddlers to help you prep better for that long-awaited trip together. For further reading, this blog from The Parents Class has a useful guide of foods to avoid in pregnancy.

A baby sticking his finger into a chocolate cake.

1 Breast or formula milk
2 Flavoured yoghurt
3 Scrambled eggs
5 Fruit or veggie puree
6 Mini muffins or cakes
7 Cracker sandwich with peanut butter and jelly
8 Oats or porridge
9 Granola bars
10 Wholewheat pasta with pesto
11 Baked sweet potato fingers
12 Dry cereal

Breast or formula milk

If your child is still too young to eat solid foods, be sure to carry extra bottles of breast or infant formula milk.

You may want to bring powdered formula, rather than premade bottles, especially if you’ll be travelling for a long period of time; formula tends to be easier to find when travelling internationally: https://sellformula.com/

You can buy the best formula for babies at airports, but it’s usually more expensive here than it’ll be in most other stores, so either pack it into your suitcase, or buy it from a local supermarket or grocery store when you arrive at your chosen destination.

Flavoured yoghurt

Yogurt is full of calcium, while also being easily digestible. What’s more, it also contains probiotics to help boost the immune system.

If you’ll be travelling on a road trip, you could pack some yoghurt into a cooler bag to keep it chilled during your journey.

Alternatively, if you’ll be flying to your destination, consider buying some flavoured yoghurts from a local grocery store once you’ve landed.

As yoghurt is such a versatile food, you can also mix it with other foods. While fruit might be the most obvious choice, yoghurt also makes for a low-fat alternative to cream in everything from sauces to curries.

Scrambled eggs

If you’re heading off on a family picnic with your toddler, consider scrambled eggs as a potential meal option. Scrambled eggs are a great source of protein and healthy fats and, most importantly, they’re quick to prepare and can be eaten cold.

This is a great option for keeping your baby’s tummy full for hours; they’ll be less cranky, so you’ll be able to truly enjoy your travel experience.

From apples and pears to pineapples and mangoes, most fresh fruits are small enough to throw in a bag, while also providing a much-needed energy source during long car rides.

Plus, they’re often less messy than some other snacks for travelling; just be sure to pack some wet wipes in case of any spillages!

Alternatively, mix plain yogurt with a spoonful of your baby’s favorite fruits; there are many varieties in any local supermarket that you can choose from.

What kind of fruits are best for toddlers while travelling?

Fruits that don’t require refrigeration are the best kind to travel with. One example is grapes, which are also packed with nutrients, although bananas are another great choice when travelling with young children. Sliced or chopped fruits work well, too.

Fruit or veggie puree

It can be a challenge to feed young babies on the go, especially if they’re not eating solid foods yet. However, pureeing fruit or vegetables for them may just be the solution you’ve been looking for.

Pureed bananas are ideal for infants who are just starting to eat solid foods, while apple sauce, peaches, apricots, pears and plums can make for great alternatives. Similarly, a few veggies that work well pureed include squash (either butternut or zucchini), cauliflower, and carrots.

Note: Most babies and toddlers aren’t ready for beans until they’ve been eating other types of food for a while – usually around 12 months of age. So, avoid legumes when you’re out with your child.

Mini muffins or cakes

You can buy premade baby food in jars or pre-made cakes in containers, so there’s no reason why you can’t bring your own home-cooked foods with you while travelling.

For example, if you make muffins, cakes, or brownies at home , you can pop them into reusable plastic containers or bags for feeding on the go – just be sure to include a spoon so your little one doesn’t have to eat with their hands!

Cracker sandwich with peanut butter and jelly

Sandwiches with bread are old school. So, why not switch things up and make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich with crackers?

However, this will depend on the age of your child, as if your toddler or baby’s teeth haven’t fully grown yet, they might not be able to chew crackers that well. In this case, you might need to stick to using bread.

Oats or porridge

If you’ll have self-catering facilities at your disposal while travelling, there is absolutely no compromise on taste or health when it comes to porridge for toddlers; kust add some sugar, salt and fat-free milk to some rolled oats, and cook it like regular porridge; your baby will probably eat it without any fuss.

Your child’s digestive system will benefit from unprocessed oatmeal, which helps prevent constipation.

Granola bars

Granola bars make for a great travel snack for both adults and children alike, as they contain plenty of complex carbs and fibre, but only a small amount of sugar and as they’re served in individual portions, they’re handy for refuelling on-the-go. Again, however, this will be dependent on how old your child is, and whether their teeth are fully grown yet.

You can also substitute dried fruit or nuts for granola, which might be easier to find when travelling, depending where you’ll be heading.

Wholewheat pasta with pesto

Pasta is an ideal meal for travelling for kids and adults, as it’s easy to carry without worrying about spilling and, if need be, it can be cooked in advance.

Eating pasta will help to keep your little one fuller for longer, as it takes a while to digest fully. Likewise, pesto is a good source of fibre, iron, protein, potassium, vitamin K and omega-3 fatty acids.

Pesto sauce can be a simple, yet tasty way to add flavour to pasta. You can use store-bought pesto, or make your own by mixing fresh basil leaves with olive oil and pine nuts in a food processor or blender; do this before you head off on your journey, and decant the pesto into a small air-tight container or jar for travelling.

Baked sweet potato fingers

For a convenient yet appetising healthy snack to carry for your child to nibble on-the-go, opt for baked sweet potato fingers, or wedges.

Simply cut a sweet potato in half lengthwise, slice each piece into thin (quarter-inch) sticks (a bit like fries) and arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Lightly drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, oregano or any other spices you like.

Bake for 20 minutes in the oven, until golden brown. Baked sweet potato fingers are delicious served warm, but they can also be eaten cold – pack them into an air-tight container and carry them with you on your journey for a go-to healthy snack.

Wherever you’ll be travelling to, dry cereal often makes for a convenient food choice to take with you.

For babies under six months old, you can take baby rice cereal with you in a small, airtight container and mix it with milk as needed (although, you’ll need to limit their intake to 10oz per day). After six months, babies can eat any kind of dry baby cereal, either with milk or eaten dry, as finger food for snacking.

Travelling with your baby or toddler can be fun, but there are many things to think about before you head off, especially when it comes to feeding your baby. With a little planning, however, it’s entirely possible to pack nutritious travel foods for your toddler to enjoy during your trip.

What foods do you like to prepare for your baby or toddler while travelling? Comment below to let me know your favourite ideas.

37 Best Travel Tips for Traveling With an Infant, Older Baby, or Toddler

Family travel is exciting for you and your kids and can create special memories that last a lifetime, whether you’re off on an adventure abroad or simply going to visit Grandma. But traveling with an infant, older baby, or toddler requires a little extra preparation to ensure a safe and comfortable trip. We’ve got the answers to common questions surrounding baby travel—short and long—plus a list of all the essentials and 37 tips for traveling with the little ones!

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When is it safe to travel with a newborn? It’s always wise to check with your healthcare provider before traveling with an infant. Your provider will likely offer specific guidance on whether you should or shouldn’t travel with your little newborn, depending on your little’s one's age and health status, as well as more general advice on when you can travel with a baby or older child. Whenever you do end up traveling with your little one, keep some safety precautions in mind. Your child is still developing their immune system, so it’s important to take protective measures, especially when flying or in crowded locations, such as

frequently washing hands

using hand sanitizer

avoiding visibly ill travelers.

Besides these basic safety precautions, keep reading for more tips on traveling with infants, plus older babies and toddlers, which include additional measures that will help keep your little one healthy, safe, and comfortable.

37 Tips for Traveling With an Infant, Older Baby, or Toddler

There are many ways you can help keep your infant, older baby, or toddler safe while traveling, and ensure that the trip is comfortable for all involved. It’s best to always consult with your child’s healthcare provider before traveling, especially with newborns or infants. Younger babies are more vulnerable than older babies and toddlers, so consider the provider’s advice and tips for traveling with an infant. Knowing how to travel with an infant isn’t much different from knowing how to travel with an older baby or toddler, but age can impact strategy. For example, traveling with a toddler opens up more opportunities for activities on your trip! You’ll probably notice that traveling with a 2-year-old is a lot more interactive than when your little one was just 3 or 6 months old. To cover all the bases, we’ve included 37 tips for traveling with babies of any age, but some apply more to younger babies, like infants and newborns, whereas others are more geared toward older babies and toddlers. However, all are worth considering when traveling with kids of any age and whether you’re flying to Paris or hopping in the car for a day trip.

1. Update Immunizations

Before you travel, including by car, on an airplane, or anywhere abroad, ensure your baby has had all the necessary immunizations. Following an immunization schedule is key to keeping your little one healthy throughout their life and, of course, when traveling. If you plan to travel abroad, be aware that some countries require additional vaccinations. You’ll want to consult your child’s healthcare provider for specific advice before planning any overseas trips, and you can contact the U.S. State Department for general information. As children will need immunizations and boosters throughout their early years, this tip also applies to travel with infants, older babies, and toddlers.

2. Consult Your Child’s Healthcare Provider

Remember that your baby’s healthcare provider is your ally and a great source of information. Don’t hesitate to be in touch if you have any questions about traveling with an infant or how to best travel with a baby of any age. If you’re thinking of traveling with a newborn, the provider may suggest waiting in some cases, such as if your little one has an underlying health condition or was born prematurely.

3. Collect Medications and Important Documents

Before setting off on your adventure, remember to pack any medication your child will need while away from home. You can also purchase a sturdy folder to keep any important documents, such as your baby’s vaccination record, copies of recent medical reports, passport, etc. When traveling with an infant, older baby, or toddler, it’s always best to err on the side of caution and bring everything you might need!

4. Do Some Research

One of the best tips for traveling with newborns or older babies and toddlers is to hunt for and gather relevant information ahead of time. Besides things like looking up vaccination requirements, you can also research details about accommodations and activities. Some hotels offer amenities that may come in handy when traveling. For example, if you’re breastfeeding your baby , you might want a refrigerator in your hotel room to store extra milk.

5. Allow Extra Time

Always remember that traveling with an infant or baby of any age means everything will take a little more time (or sometimes a lot more time!). Be sure to start early and allow extra time when packing the car or getting to the airport, going through security, checking into your accommodation, eating out, etc. This additional time makes for a smooth trip and also helps keep stress to a minimum.

6. Bring Those Baby Essentials

Although your research may reveal that hotels or accommodations offer some basic baby necessities, it’s best to bring as much as you can with you. For example, if a hotel offers cribs, unless you can guarantee that their baby cribs are up to date on safety requirements, it’s better to bring your own travel crib if you’re able to do so. Other travel essentials for your baby include bottles, bibs, diapers and wipes , pacifiers, etc. Keep these in a separate diaper bag for easy access! Our baby travel checklist below includes all these items and more.

7. Don’t Forget Favorite Toys or Blankets

Your little one is still getting used to the world around them, so bring some reminders of home to soothe any discomfort when in unfamiliar places. A favorite plush toy, a familiar rattle, or a blanket with home scents can do wonders in keeping your babies and toddlers comfortable when traveling, so be sure not to leave Mr. Rabbit (or any other "lovey") at home!

8. Double Check Car Seats

Whether traveling with your infant, older baby, or toddler by car or plane, double-check any car seats you use for safety . Look up the expiration date to make sure the seat hasn’t expired, and ensure that it’s properly installed.

9. Keep Feedings and Sleep Schedules Consistent

When traveling with babies, especially newborns and infants, it’s best to keep feeding and sleep schedules consistent, even when crossing into other time zones. It’s hard for children to adjust to new routines, and a little consistency will do wonders. If you’re moving across several time zones and it’s impossible to stick to the same feeding times, try to adjust your schedule gradually. However, what’s most important is feeding your baby when they’re hungry, regardless of the hour, and giving yourself some extra grace.

10. Bring a First-Aid Kit

In addition to all your essential must-have items, it’s also helpful to have your baby’s first-aid kit with you when traveling. You can keep one in the car, diaper bag, or your little baby’s overnight bag. Do you have all the baby necessities in your diaper bag? Take our quiz below to find out!

11. Wash Hands Frequently

Although briefly mentioned above, this is one of the most important tips for traveling with an infant or child of any age, and it deserves a friendly reminder! Because your little one is still building their body’s natural immune defenses, they’re more susceptible to catching colds, flu, or other infections. And because you’ll be carrying your newborn while traveling or holding your baby’s hand, it’s best for you to wash your hands frequently and use hand sanitizer.

12. Stay Hydrated

Traveling in general, but especially traveling by plane, is dehydrating to the body. Staying hydrated yourself means staying healthy and alert for your child. To keep your newborn hydrated, you’ll want to feed them more often (if needed), and older babies and toddlers will need sips of water throughout the day. Hydration is also very important if your little one has diarrhea while traveling, which is common.

13. Bring Disposable or Hybrid Diapers

When you’re traveling, nothing beats the convenience of disposable diapers. Another option is a hybrid system, like Pampers Pure Hybrid Starter Kit, which uses reusable covers and disposable inserts to cut down on waste.

14. Provide Entertainment

You may find that your newborn sleeps through much of the trip, but that probably won’t be the case for an active older baby or toddler! When traveling with a baby who’s a bit older and more alert, it helps to provide some form of entertainment, whether in the car, on the train, or on an airplane. A soft toy or a picture book work well.

15. Bring Food and Snacks

You don’t have to travel with a baby to know that meals and snacks are an important part of any outing! You’ll need to breastfeed or bring formula, of course, supplemented by solid foods once your little one has been introduced to solids at around 6 months. Good travel food for babies can be anything they regularly eat—the point is to keep their tummy happy!

16. Sing Songs

Singing is a wonderful way to bond and engage with your baby or toddler. It’s an entertaining way to pass the time on long car drives, for instance, and has the added bonus of helping to boost vocabulary as well as other important language skills and developmental milestones for babies . Before long your not so little one will be singing along and repeating their favorite songs, again and again.

17. Plan Car Games

In addition to singing songs, keep your little one entertained with some fun car games. Your toddler may enjoy the classic game I Spy or even counting things (with your help) they see out the window, like cows or red cars. Another idea is to build or purchase a travel tray, a simple tray that connects to the back of one of the front seats and provides lots of things to touch, look at, and listen to!

18. Pack Bedding From Home

When possible, pack bedding for your baby or toddler, which, of course, is easier when traveling by car or when you have extra space in your suitcase. Familiar feels and scents will help keep them at ease as they experience a disruption to their usual routine. If you’re flying far on a plane, just grab something small, like their favorite blanket or bedsheet, to help them feel “at home.”

19. Provide Extra Attention

Traveling with a baby or an older child often interrupts typical at-home routines, and your little one will probably need more attention from you. Some tips include extra hugs and snuggles during the day and at night, plus bringing interactive games and activities into the mix.

20. Maintain a Typical Meal Routine

Although traveling is a great time to try new foods or allow some “treats,” try to stick to your usual meal routines as much as possible. Let your older baby or toddler know that traveling can include trying new food while at the same time continuing to eat healthy foods and maintain normal mealtimes.

21. Look for Specials

Many accommodations and restaurants offer special prices or deals for families, which can help reduce costs. “Kids stay free” is a common feature; you can also see if a hotel provides complimentary meals or packaged discounts for kids and families. Consider working with a travel club or agency that can help you coordinate a trip with children in mind.

22. Ask for Assistance

With a baby, travel isn’t always an easy task to accomplish on your own. If your little one is feeling extra fussy on the plane or train and you’ve run out of ideas, ask an attendant if they have anything special for babies or young kids, such as a picture book or a pack of crayons. If you need a changing pad in your hotel room, call the front desk. It really does take a village, and many travel clubs, airlines, hotels, and more offer special assistance for kids and families!

23. Pack for the Weather

Take a look at the weather report before you leave and pack accordingly. Consider bringing some extra layers for cooler night temperatures or extra supplies in case of rain or snow. Socks, rain covers, a warm jacket, and a hat will all come in handy if the weather takes an unexpected turn.

24. Take Preventive Measures

It’s not unusual for an illness or another health-related issue to pop up when you’re on the go and away from home. Colds and sore throats, diarrhea, car sickness, mosquito bites or bedbug bites —all these scenarios are possible with any kind of travel, including travels with your baby. Although you might not be able to completely prevent all these issues, it helps to prepare. You can do so by

getting necessary vaccinations before traveling

checking hotel rooms, bus seats, or train cars for bedbugs

bringing your own food or eating only hot food that’s thoroughly cooked

eating only a light snack before traveling to lessen motion sickness

staying hydrated.

25. Remember Special Considerations When Flying

Don’t forget that flying with a child will require some extra steps. If you have any questions, consult your little one’s healthcare provider and contact the airline. For example, all equipment like car seats and strollers will need to be visibly inspected at the airport. Read more about air travel in our article about flying with babies .

26. Plan Age-Appropriate Trips

Of course, traveling with a 1-year-old is going to be a little different than traveling with a 2-month-old! It helps to plan a trip that works for your child’s specific age, so if you’re traveling with a 9-month-old baby, think of something to do that meshes well with their abilities and interests. A simple trip going to visit grandparents or where there are lots of playgrounds is all you really need! But, of course, kids love playing outdoors or at the beach, so see more suggestions on where to travel with a baby at the end of the article.

27. Plan Breaks

For travel of any kind, remember that kids need breaks, naps, and downtime. If you’re taking a road trip, for example, research your routes thoroughly and plan for pit stops and breaks. It’s not easy for wriggly little ones to sit for too long, and getting out of the car to stretch legs or enjoy an attraction along the way helps keep spirits and energy levels high. If you’re on a plane, get up and walk the aisle a few times for a little movement and stimulation. Or if you’re spending the day at a theme park, squeeze in some time in the shade with a blanket for a quick snooze or a calming activity, like reading.

28. Bring Craft Supplies

Your toddler may need something more interactive to keep them entertained while on a road trip, airplane, or in a hotel room. Basic arts and crafts for toddlers can keep your little one occupied. Even just some crayons and a coloring book will help.

29. Adjust Sleep Schedules 2 to 3 Days Before if Needed

As mentioned before, when traveling with infants and older babies, it’s better to try and stick to the same feeding and sleeping schedules. But when traveling with toddlers, you may have more wiggle room to adjust their routines. For short trips, you might not even need to consider this tip, but if you’re moving across multiple time zones, you can gradually adjust sleep and eating schedules to the new time zone a few days before departing on your trip.

30. Pack Books

Are you wondering what to pack when traveling with a baby or toddler? Put books at the top of your list! Any kind of books —picture books, storybooks, interactive books—will keep your little one entertained while traveling. And if you usually read before falling asleep, it’s important to maintain your bedtime routine while away from home.

31. Respect Boundaries

Traveling with babies and toddlers (or, really, kids of any age) is a lot of fun for everyone. But remember that a change in a routine can be difficult for children, so it’s important to respect any boundaries they put up. For example, if your child doesn’t want to give Grandma a hug this trip or go on a ride at a theme park, don’t force it. They might be feeling shy or nervous, and it’s best not to force interactions, even with family members or activities.

32. Allow Your Child to Make Decisions

One of the best tips for traveling with toddlers and older babies is letting them make some decisions as they start to dabble in independence. Ask them what they want to eat for dinner or what they’d like to wear. Keep decisions manageable for their little brains by offering two or three choices rather than asking open-ended questions. It will allow them to take ownership of the travel experience!

33. Try New Things

Make traveling with your baby or toddler even more memorable by encouraging new experiences. You’ll probably remember these trips forever, but to make them stick in your youngster’s mind, have some fun with unique activities that you can’t do at home. Plus, as your little one is growing and developing, they’ll naturally want to try new things and test newly developed skills!

34. Anticipate Big Feelings

Again, changes in routines can be difficult for kids to manage. Traveling means leaving home behind, sleeping in a strange bed, and being without the usual comforts. This may be stressful, confusing, or even a bit scary for your little one. If these emotions come out in the form of temper tantrums , crying, or resisting, give your child extra support and love.

35. Supervise Water Play

Baby travel or traveling with a toddler might include a little water play, like splashing around in the pool or at the beach. Drowning is one of the leading causes of death in kids of any age, and it can happen in seconds, whether children are swimming , playing in a shallow pool, or simply taking a bath. Watch children closely when in the water or during bath time.

36. Take Photos and Videos

With cameras built into phones, you probably don’t need a reminder to take photos! Still, be sure to capture the memories when traveling with your kids, especially as they get older. It will be fun for them to look back and remember the trip!

37. Keep a Scrapbook

Take a blank scrapbook with you and let your toddler draw or color in it each day of the trip. For infants and newborns, press their hand or foot into the page with a bit of paint and add photos. When you return home, you can add more pictures or little trinkets like ticket stubs to the book, and your child can keep it to remember the experience. As your babies get older, traveling with them will get more and more fun, so let them be part of making the memories!

Baby Travel Checklist

We know this list of tips for traveling with an infant, older baby, or toddler is quite thorough, so to make it a bit easier for you, you’ll find a handy baby travel checklist below! We’ve included all the baby travel items that will help support a trip of any kind with any age group. Whether you’re wondering what to pack when traveling with a baby or hunting for those baby travel must-haves, we’ve included them all! This baby travel checklist works for kids of all ages, so you can use it when traveling with infants, older babies, toddlers, or even older children. It also works for short or long trips, by car, plane, or train. You can also download a version of the checklist and use it at home when preparing and packing for any upcoming family trips.

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Baby Travel: Where to Go

Now that you have all of our travel tips, it’s time to think about where to travel with your baby. Not all destinations and activities are suitable for young children, so we’ve rounded up some of our best ideas for kid-friendly travel destinations!

Where to Vacation With an Infant, Older Baby, or Toddler in the United States

Luckily, the United States is a big country packed with various travel opportunities for babies and young children. Because there are so many choices, we’ve rounded up a few suggestions for each of the following themes: National Parks Among the best places to go when traveling with a newborn, older baby, or toddler are national and state parks. When you explore the great outdoors, you can avoid cramped environments and secure your sweet little one to your chest or carry older babies in backpacks while you enjoy fresh air and nature. Of course, toddlers will probably want a little independence as they toddle around! Some suggestions for kid-friendly national parks include the following:

All these parks offer a range of hiking suitable for carrying sleeping newborns or curious infants, plus interesting experiences for more mobile toddlers. Watch your child’s eyes light up at the scene of geysers erupting in Yellowstone, birds singing in the Everglades, or the sky-high trunks of the towering Redwoods! Vibrant Cities Although nature is ideal for traveling with babies or kids of any age, new cities also offer a lot of entertainment for the entire family (including you!). The United States is so diverse with different cultures, and your little one can enjoy various activities that can enrich their development. The list of kid-friendly cities in the United States is nearly endless, so if you’re simply looking for a bit of inspiration or a few suggestions for exciting cities, perhaps consider the following:

All these cities offer fun for you and your kids, even if your infant is simply watching the buzzy world around them. Take your little one to look for seals at Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco, explore adobe architecture in Santa Fe, New Mexico, or listen to street music in New Orleans. Theme Parks Although some theme parks aren’t suitable when traveling with newborns, infants, or young babies, many can be a lot of fun for toddlers and older kids! However, some of these classics cater to kids of all ages, rather than just focusing on thrilling roller coasters for the big kids. Again, you’ll find plenty of fun theme parks throughout the country, but for a few suggestions, you could consider the following:

These theme parks offer exciting scenes for even the youngest guests but can also entertain older children if you have a brood of various ages. Watch your baby delight at meeting their favorite Disney, Sesame Street, or fairy-tale characters! Beaches Although infants shouldn’t experience any direct sunlight until they are at least 6 months , beaches can offer a relaxing place to be with your little one, as long as they’re properly shaded. For older babies and toddlers, the beach is an exciting source of pure entertainment! The United States has a lot of coastlines to consider; here are just a few ideas:

A beach vacation with an infant, older baby, or toddler will expose your little one to an entirely new world. Plus, all the above suggestions offer complementary activities that your baby may love, such as visiting wildlife education centers, observing tide pools, or having fun at neighboring playgrounds. Road Trips Like national parks, road trips are also ideal for traveling with infants or children of any age, as you don’t have to interact too much with other travelers who can spread germs to your family. Plus, road trips can combine all the aforementioned ideas into one exciting adventure! A road trip doesn’t have to be long; you can simply pack snacks and head over to Grandma’s house or into the big city. But the United States is also known for its signature stretches of highway, and some of the most popular road-trip routes include the following:

Best Places to Travel With an Infant, Baby, or Toddler Abroad

A vacation abroad is a terrific way to open up the world to your little explorer! Although infants and young babies probably won’t remember much about a trip abroad, you can still use the opportunity to introduce them to new cultures and experiences. And, who knows, perhaps a trip at such a young age will spark an interest in travel as your adventurous baby grows up! A list of the best places to travel with an infant, baby, or toddler is endless, so we’ve included just a few popular family-friendly destinations in different parts of the world. Of course, use your imagination and go where you want!

The Bottom Line

Traveling with young infants, older babies, toddlers, or kids of any age can be a lot of fun, but it also requires a little extra prep! We hope this article helps you prepare for future family trips:

Use our suggestions on where to go to plan memorable experiences for the whole family.

Download our baby travel checklist to ensure you don’t forget any of the must-have items you’ll need.

Consider all our tips for traveling with newborns, babies, and toddlers to help your vacation go smoothly.

Remember that there is no age limit when it comes to travel, but it’s best to take extra precautions when traveling with infants, as they have yet to build up their body’s natural immunity. Talk to your child’s healthcare provider before planning any travel so you know what vaccinations your baby will need.

Family travel is a way to build wonderful memories that last a lifetime! Savor these exciting moments, whether you’re taking a simple trip to Grandma’s house, venturing out on an epic road trip to national parks, or enjoying an international vacation.

How We Wrote This Article The information in this article is based on the expert advice found in trusted medical and government sources, such as the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. You can find a full list of sources used for this article below. The content on this page should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult medical professionals for full diagnosis and treatment.

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14 Best Foods for 10 Month Old Babies with 8 Delicious and Easy Meal Ideas

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Babies don’t stay babies for long, in fact, they grow really fast! In a blink of an eye, they’d go from contently feeding on the cradle of your arms to creating beautiful messes (highly debatable depending on how much sleep you had the night before) as they sit on their highchair.

You see, a baby’s development varies from one baby to another. While some are absolutely fine still getting their nutrition solely from breast milk or formula milk up until the age of six months , some start early on solid foods at around four months. However at 10 months old, half of their calories needs should be coming from solid foods, hence the importance of knowing what are the best foods for 10 month-old babies.

At around this age, your baby is noticeably eager to become more mobile. They are now more curious about things, people, and sounds. They also now start imitating actions and sometimes even words that they’re seeing and hearing from their immediate surroundings. You’ll notice, too, that they have a better grip on toys, finger foods, or baby utensils, they may even try to pull themselves up to stand, or may even attempt to walk.

Again, each baby’s development is different. They grow at their own unique pace. So, while some are quick to adjust to table foods that the family usually eats, some are better off starting with solids appropriate for 10-month-old baby food. This way, babies are gradually introduced to more solid foods at the same time that their fine motor skills are being developed.

Here’s a list of the best foods for 10 months old. Check out, too, some meal ideas at the end of the article to help you with your meal planning.

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Best Foods for 10 Month Old Babies (With Pictures!)

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Fruits including bananas, pears , berries, peaches , papaya, mangoes, apples, and pears are great 10 month old baby food. The soft ones can simply be cut into small pieces. You can also opt to steam harder fruits like apples or pears. These fruits can be pureed as well and used to add flavors to oatmeal, grains, or soups.

Not only are fruits rich in vitamins and minerals, but they’re also great for introducing new textures and flavors to your little one. Not to mention that they’re colorful, too!

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Bite-sized pieces of vegetables like carrots, green beans, squash, potatoes, peas, broccoli, and tomatoes are a great addition to your baby’s diet. Aside from steaming, you can also try baking, roasting, or microwaving them.

Aside from the fact that vegetables are nutritious, they’re also perfect for delicious and healthy finger foods for your baby.

Leafy Greens

Leafy greens like kale, spinach, collard greens, lettuce, bok choy, or Swiss chard can also be safely offered to your baby. Just remember to remove any tough stems before you finely chop or shred them. You can also turn them into smoothies or puree them and use them as a flavor booster for their oatmeal or soups. These leafy greens can be steamed or sauteed, too.

Leafy greens in addition to being packed with antioxidants are also high in dietary fiber. These veggies also usually contain high amounts of folate, vitamin K, iron, calcium, potassium, and magnesium.

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You can offer grains like rice, quinoa, or couscous as 10 month old baby food. As mentioned above, you can flavor them up using pureed vegetables. You can even add tiny bits to make it more appetizing for the little one.

Whole grains are great sources of protein, fiber, B vitamins, iron, copper, magnesium, and zinc. They’re also good sources of antioxidants. Even white rice which is not as healthy as brown rice, is still a good source of energy (which growing babies will be needing for sure!) – you can simply amp its nutrition content by adding healthy vegetables.

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Babies at this stage will be interested to try new flavors and textures that different meats can offer. You can boil chicken, pork, lamb, beef, boneless fish, or turkey until soft and cut them into bite sizes. Shredding them is an option as well. Just make sure you don’t end up with long strands that can give them trouble swallowing. You can also try baking or roasting these meats.

Meats are great sources of protein. Red meat in fact also contains iron, zinc, and B vitamins. Fish, on the other hand, is also rich in calcium and phosphorus. And in the case of oily fish, they’re also high in omega-3 fatty acids.

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About 3-4 tablespoons of oatmeal every day are just about right for your 10 month old baby. Having said that, practice caution and observe closely if your little one needs more or fewer oatmeal servings. Oatmeal is a great vehicle to use in adding more fruits or veggies into your baby’s diet.

Oatmeal actually has more protein than most grains. It’s particularly known for its beta-glucan content which is a soluble fiber. It also has antioxidants, manganese, phosphorus, thiamin, magnesium, copper, iron, zinc, folate, and pantothenic acid.

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Pasta, like macaroni, orzo, stellette, or orecchiette, is a great addition to a 10 month old food choices. Cook them until soft, leave the al dente ones for the older kids. You can also offer angel hair and spaghetti to encourage them to use their utensils.

Pasta, especially whole grain pasta, is rich in fiber. It also contains manganese, copper, selenium, and phosphorus. The refined and enriched pasta tends to have higher B vitamins and iron contents.

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Now is a great time to introduce your little one to soups . Thin soups will help them become more accustomed to other liquids aside from milk, water, or juice. They can also start practicing dipping or scooping thick soups to further improve their mouth and hands coordination. Soup is also a great vehicle to add more veggies to your baby’s diet.

Soups are of course mainly just water, which is, of course, important in a well-balanced diet. You can make it more nutritious by simply adding vegetables, meat, grains, legumes, or some herbs and spices.

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You can serve tofu raw, baked, boiled, or stir-fried. They’ll make for a great addition to soups or grain dishes. They can be served as is as well, simply cut them into bite sizes or long strips that can facilitate easy grip by your little one. Keep in mind though, that tofu can be harder to digest, so be observant of your baby’s reaction to it – take note of any signs of discomfort.

Tofu is a great source of complete protein (all nine essential amino acids), iron, and calcium. It also contains many anti-inflammatory and antioxidant phytochemicals.

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Bread, especially the soft ones or those that easily melt, will make for a great addition to your baby’s diet. Opt for plain ones with no or limited added sugar and sodium content. Make sure, too, that it doesn’t contain honey (honey at this age is not advisable as it may cause infant botulism )

Bread is oftentimes enriched with vitamins and minerals like iron, riboflavin, niacin, and thiamine. Those made from whole grains are of course high in protein and fiber content.

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Plain whole milk yogurt is also a welcome addition to your selection of 10 month old baby foods. Always opt for the unsweetened variety and simply flavor it up by adding pureed fruits or cubed bits of fruits.

Yogurt is high in protein, calcium, and vitamin D. Greek yogurt in particular contains less amount of whey protein and lactose which can be gentler to babies’ tummies.

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Around this age, it’s safe to introduce your baby to whole milk or pasteurize whole-fat cow’s milk. You can start gradually introducing it to their diet by mixing a little whole milk with your breast milk. When introducing dairy, make sure to pay attention to your baby’s reaction to it – watch out for any signs of discomfort or distress.

Whole milk is rich in protein and calcium and also contains vitamin D. It’s also very high in saturated fats. Keep in mind that whole milk should not replace breastmilk . The latter is still your best choice of milk that will give babies their much-needed antibodies, live cells, hormones, and special growth factors.

Cottage cheese

Cottage cheese is also one of the dairy products that a 10-month-old baby can generally make room for as their food choices continue to grow. Since dairy products are generally an allergenic food, practice diligence and make sure to watch out for any signs of discomfort or allergic reactions. You may want to stick with the 3-day rule (new food can only be introduced after 3 days of introducing a new one), to ensure that your little one is perfectly okay with cottage cheese.

Aside from calcium and protein, cottage cheese is also rich in B vitamins, selenium, and phosphorus. You can mix cottage cheese to foods that your baby is already familiar with – say with their favorite fruits or veggies.

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Eggs are actually good to introduce to babies as soon as they’re ready for solid foods. But since egg is a common food allergen, it’s best to introduce them gradually. Make sure, too, that it’s fully cooked whether you’re serving them whites or yolks only, or as a whole. You can boil or poach them. Scrambled eggs actually make for a great finger food idea for babies.

Eggs are great sources of protein, complete amino acids, and essential fats. It also contains folate, B vitamins, selenium, iodine, and zinc. Furthermore, eggs also contain choline which is an important nutrient that helps in supporting brain and nervous system development.

Meal Ideas for Your 10-Month-Old Baby

Fruity yogurt.

Simply mix unsweetened yogurt with dice soft fruits, say avocado, bananas, or berries. You can try steaming apples or pears to soften them up. You can add one kind of fruit or a combination of two or more. The idea is to add flavor to the yogurt while adding varied textures as well.

Rice medley

Simply mix veggies or meat (chicken, pork, beef, fish, etc.) in freshly cooked rice. Make sure to cut them into small bite-sized pieces. You can opt for larger cubes (big enough for them to grab or stab with their fork) as long as the veggies, especially the meat, are boiled soft.

Scrambled egg

Simply make your usual scrambled egg, without of course the salt and pepper, and simply add whatever veggie you have ready and available – peas, squash, carrots, or shredded leafy greens. You can also use formula or breast milk instead of whole milk.

Flavored oatmeal

Simply add fruit or vegetable purees in their oatmeal. Not only will it amp the flavor but it will also change its color (depending on what puree is used). You can even add whole bits, say diced mangoes in mango-flavored oatmeal.

Mac and cheese

Simply throw together cooked whole wheat noodles (cook them until soft, not al dente) with butter, cooked peas, and shredded cheese. Don’t go too heavy on peas, you just want a few green dots on your dish to pique their interest. You can also add shredded spinach instead.

Vegetable soup

Simply add diced carrots, peas, and chicken breast meat in vegetable stock. You can also simply use the stock where you cooked your chicken breast. Just cut the veggies and meat into little cubes. Shredding the meat, works, too. You can also use or add other veggies.

Toasty bread

Simply cut toasts in small, bite-sized pieces. You can even try cutting pretty shapes if you’re feeling creative about it. Then just spread butter, cottage cheese, mashed fruits like avocado, mashed veggie like beans, or peanut butter, and simply serve! Take note though, that peanut butter can be a choking hazard so make sure to spread it thinly.

Healthy fries

Simply slice potatoes or sweet potatoes, or carrots, in long strips, about ½ inch thick. Toss them in olive oil, and then simply bake for about 20 minutes – make sure to flip them halfway so that they bake evenly. You can also sprinkle some herbs and spices!

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10 Month Baby Food: Diet Chart & Recipe

August 05, 2022 6 Mins Read

Your baby is 10 months old now, which means soon they will graduate to becoming a toddler. Congratulations! Your little one has already touched several developmental milestones and will continue to touch many more in the coming months. Your baby may have started crawling, communicating more, or playing by 10 months. They might also be having diaper-free time in their Padded Underwear and preparing for potty training in a few months.

However, every baby is different, and so is their growth. There are several factors affecting the growth and development of your baby. One of the most critical factors that impact their development is proper nutrition. As a parent, you would most naturally be worried about their nutritional requirements and overall health. Hence, we have compiled this article just for you! We have provided a detailed 10 months baby food guide, easy recipes, and a diet chart!

What is the Nutrients Requirement for 10-Months Old Baby?

Before we dive deeper into this article, let us understand your baby's nutritional requirements at 10 months. Always remember that the calorie requirements of a baby depend on their age and weight. However, per the general rule of thumb, the 10-month baby food chart should ideally include the following calorie intake –

Note - Your baby will need between 90-120 calories per kg of their weight.

As per the above calorie requirement, your baby will need food only from the primary food groups. Thus, you can follow a basic food pyramid to understand the ratio of fruits, vegetables, grains etc. Also, ensure that your baby gets the right amount of calcium and iron in their diet, as it is essential for their physical and mental development.

10 Months Baby Food Requirement in a Day

At 10 months, your baby's appetite and nutritional requirements will be dictated by their weight. However, as per a general rule of thumb, your baby will need the following foods in different quantities throughout the day -

1 ▪ Vegetables – between ¼ - ½ cup 2 ▪ Cereal – between ¼ - ½ cup 3 ▪ Protein or meat – 4 tablespoons 4 ▪ Fruits – between ¼ - ½ cup 5 ▪ Dairy products – 2 - 3 tablespoons

List of Best 10 Months Baby Food

One of the essential things you should remember while giving food to your 10-month-old baby is that you can now supplement breast milk or formula feed with regular foods. That said, there is no hard and fast rule that you must stop breastfeeding altogether, it is entirely your choice, and you must consult your doctor. We have curated an exclusive list of the best 10 months of baby food for your ready reference.

1 ▪ Whole wheat idli or dosa 2 ▪ Slightly spiced sambar 3 ▪ Upma with vegetables 4 ▪ Dalia 5 ▪ Moong dal khichdi 5 ▪ Milkshake with fresh fruits 6 ▪ Vegetable soup 7 ▪ Boiled or scrambled eggs 8 ▪ Homemade halwa

NOTE – While trying out new foods and textures, your baby might experience allergies and loose motions. Keep an eye on any skin rash and keep a few extra cloth diapers or padded underwear handy for the days when they have an upset tummy.

10-Month Baby Food Chart

Here is a sample 10 months baby food chart with timing that you can follow for making a healthy meal plan your baby -

Day 1 - 10 Months Baby Food Plan

1 ▪ Early Morning - Breast milk/Formula feed 2 ▪ Breakfast - Dosa with non-spicy sambhar 3 ▪ Mid Morning - Stewed apple 4 ▪ Lunch - Roti with dal 5 ▪ Evening - Breastmilk/Formula feed 6 ▪ Dinner - Egg yolk/paneer pulao

Day 2 - 10 Months Baby Food Plan

1 ▪ Early Morning - Breast milk/Formula feed 2 ▪ Breakfast - Oats-apple porridge 3 ▪ Mid Morning - Mashed banana 4 ▪ Lunch - Moong dal kichdi 5 ▪ Evening - Breastmilk/Formula feed 6 ▪ Dinner - Millets cooked in buttermilk

Day 3 - 10 Months Baby Food Plan

1 ▪ Early Morning - Breast milk/Formula feed 2 ▪ Breakfast - Multigrain chilla 3 ▪ Mid Morning - Orange without white skin 4 ▪ Lunch - French beans and peas dalia 5 ▪ Evening - Breastmilk/Formula feed 6 ▪ Dinner - Tomato and pumpkin soup

Day 4 - 10 Months Baby Food Plan

1 ▪ Early Morning - Breast milk/Formula feed 2 ▪ Breakfast - Upma 3 ▪ Mid Morning - Mashed papaya 4 ▪ Lunch - Egg yolk/Paneer pulao 5 ▪ Evening - Breastmilk/Formula feed 6 ▪ Dinner - Wheat and banana sheera

Day 5 - 10 Months Baby Food Plan

1 ▪ Early Morning - Breast milk/Formula feed 2 ▪ Breakfast - Mashed potato and paneer 3 ▪ Mid Morning - Mango 4 ▪ Lunch - Roti with dal 5 ▪ Evening - Breastmilk/Formula feed 6 ▪ Dinner - Idli and non-spicy sambhar

Day 6 - 10 Months Baby Food Plan

1 ▪ Early Morning - Breast milk/Formula feed 2 ▪ Breakfast - Egg yolk/paneer 3 ▪ Mid Morning - Stewed pear 4 ▪ Lunch - French beans and peas dalia 5 ▪ Evening - Breastmilk/Formula feed 6 ▪ Dinner - oats-apple porridge

Day 7 - 10 Months Baby Food Plan

1 ▪ Early Morning - Breast milk/Formula feed 2 ▪ Breakfast - White dhokla with ghee or butter 3 ▪ Mid Morning - Stewed apple 4 ▪ Lunch - Whole moong soup 5 ▪ Evening - Breastmilk/Formula feed 6 ▪ Dinner - Palak khichdi

NOTE – To save their clothes from being soiled and change their apparel every time they have a meal, use a Waterproof Cloth Bib .

Easy 10 Months Baby Food Recipes

Here are some tasty and easy 10 months baby food recipes you can try -

1. Semolina Upma Recipe

What you Need -

1 ▪ Semolina – ½ cup 2 ▪ Mixed vegetables like carrots, peas, beans, and boiled potatoes – ½ cup diced 3 ▪ Jeera – 1 cup 4 ▪ Water – ¼ tsp 5 ▪ Turmeric -a pinch 6 ▪ Salt to taste 7 ▪ Oil or ghee – ¼ tsp

Method of Preparation

1 ▪ Roast the suji in a pan until it turns slightly brown and gives a toasty aroma. Remember to stir continuously as it burns quickly. 2 ▪ In a pan, heat some oil 3 ▪ Once the oil heats, add in the jeera and wait until they turn brown. 4 ▪ Now add the veggies, turmeric and salt. 5 ▪ Sauté for about 5 minutes. 6 ▪ Add in the roasted semolina and mix it well. 7 ▪ Add in the water and stir continuously to ensure no lumps are formed. 8 ▪ Keep stirring until desired consistency. Serve Warm

Scrambled Eggs Recipe

What you Need:-

1 ▪ Eggs – 1 2 ▪ Whole milk or formula or breast milk – 2-3 tablespoons 3 ▪ Cheddar cheese (grated) – 1 tbsp 4 ▪ Refined oil – 1 tsp 5 ▪ Salt to taste 6 ▪ Pepper to taste

1 ▪ Crack open an egg into a bow. 2 ▪ Add the milk to it and whisk for a couple of minutes. 3 ▪ Now add in the grated cheese and mix well. 4 ▪ Heat the oil in a pan. 5 ▪ Pour the whisked egg batter into the pan and stir until cooked well. 6 ▪ Add the salt to taste and mix well. Serve warm!

Key Takeaways

If you are yet to introduce solid foods to your baby, remember to give them one solid food at a time. Let them explore their taste buds as you cook some tasty yet nutritious recipes. We hope our article on 10 months baby food chart has been insightful and helpful. Do not forget to bookmark this for your ready reference.

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17 HEALTHY 10-Month-Old Breakfast Ideas

These healthy baby breakfast ideas for 10 months old are perfect for your little one as well as the rest of the family.

By ten months old, most babies have already transitioned to finger foods, been on baby-led weaning from the start, or are transitioning from purees to solid foods. In this post, we’re diving into 17 favorite breakfast inspirations tailored to your 10-month-old. Get ready to embrace the mess as you nourish your little one with these favorite baby breakfasts.

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Please Note: Before feeding your baby, you should always discuss your feeding plan with your personal Pediatrician or Registered Dietitian. None of the ideas provided are specific to your baby, but are to be used as inspiration for 10-month-olds in general. Every baby meets milestones at different times. Always ensure that the foods you offer are appropriately cooked, cut into small, safe pieces, and free from potential choking hazards.

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What Makes a Healthy Baby-Led Weaning Breakfast?

Feel free to think outside of the box for breakfast. Your 10-month-old doesn’t know what is typically served for breakfast. Use this time as a chance to expand their palette further and serve nutritionally dense foods such as veggies, proteins, and fruits. I serve my baby starch and grains but minimize them so as not to displace other important nutrients in the first year.

At what age should you serve your baby breakfast?

Introducing baby-led weaning to your baby is a gradual process. Most babies begin to eat at around 6 months, but this will vary depending on their development. By 10 months, most babies will be eating 3 meals per day, including breakfast. If you’re looking for more helpful info on feeding babies and starting baby-led weaning, I highly recommend the book Born to Eat .

Baby Feeding Essentials

Here are some of the BEST baby led weaning supplies to help make feeding your baby even a LITTLE bit easier!

BapronBaby Bib <–seriously, the BEST baby bibs.
Tripp Trapp High Chair – We finally scrapped our first high chair, went with this, and never looked back.
EZPZ mini cup and straw
Bumkins Silicone Suction Plate

17 Baby Breakfast Ideas at 10 Months Old

As we just finished up the 10-month milestone with my third baby, I wanted to share with you some of our favorite breakfasts he enjoyed on the regular.

1. Fried Eggs or Scrambled Eggs

Eggs can be served in a variety of ways to babies. They are an easy and budget-friendly protein option. I typically start serving my babies egg yolks to focus on the most nutrient-dense option, but by 10 months of age, I’ve moved on to serving the whole egg in a variety of ways.

Tip: Add finely chopped spinach and onion or other veggies like bell peppers to scrambled eggs to help expand your baby’s taste while adding a variety of nutrients.

2. Hard Boiled Eggs

We hard-boil eggs in our Instant Pot and then have a quick and easy protein option.

Tip : I love this egg slicer to help cut them to serve to my baby and toddlers.

3. Egg Bake, Casserole, or Frittata

I like to make this easy broccoli egg bake for my family and make sure that I chop any broccoli very finely so that it’s appropriate for my 10-month-old.

4. Dutch Baby

Another great way to get in plenty of eggs is to make a Dutch baby! I cut into finger strips or small bite-size pieces for my 10-month-old. This is our absolute favorite Dutch baby recipe .

5. Overnight Oats

We make baby-friendly banana-sweetened overnight oats , and our whole family enjoys them!

6. Breakfast smoothie

We blend a combination of frozen fruits, greens, yogurt or kefir, and liquid to make a delicious smoothie. I just don’t recommend using juice as your liquid if you are serving to a young baby.

7. Baby-Led Weaning Pancakes

We make these baby-led weaning pancakes all the time. I recommend avoiding syrup when serving to a child under 2, but you can top it with berries, yogurt, or peanut butter.

Tip : We love to heat frozen berries on the stove with a tiny amount of date syrup to make a real-fruit syrup topping. But it can be pretty messy!!

8. Easy Baby French Toast

Delicious French toast is a crowd-pleaser at our house. We use homemade sourdough bread or buy sprouted grain bread like this.

9. Yogurt Parfait

Buy unsweetened plain yogurt (here’s more info on choosing the best yogurt for babies ) and top it with small slices of soft fruit or berries to serve your little one a delicious yogurt parfait.

10. Warm Oatmeal

No need for baby oatmeal; just make a pot of warm oatmeal for the whole family. Just skip any sweeteners (especially honey!) in your baby’s bowl.

Be sure to check out these ideas on the best oatmeal recipes for babies.

11. Avocaodo Toast

Mash avocado on top of whole grain, sprouted grain, or sourdough toast. Feel free to top it with additional seasoning (lime juice, tomatoes, or even mix in smashed hard-boiled eggs.)

12. Steamed or Soft Roasted Veggies

Plan ahead and roast or steam veggies for your little one. Sweet potatoes, for example, can make a nutritious addition to any baby breakfast.

13. Banana Bread

This baby-led weaning banana bread is a favorite for my whole family. We leave baby’s pieces plain and top the rest of ours with just a few dark chocolate chips.

14. Sugar Free Pumpkin Muffins

These baby friendly pumpkin muffins are perfect for babies and toddlers. Sweetened with dates and pumpkin, they are healthy and make a fun treat-like breakfast.

These sourdough crepes are one of our favorite breakfasts! We just cut the crepes into small pieces or strips and serve them to our 10-month-old. If you don’t have any sourdough starter, then you can try this whole grain recipe .

16. Berries or Soft Fruit

Appropriately cut berries or soft fruit (bananas) makes a nice addition to breakfast for your baby.

17. Healthy Toddler Cookies

This makes another fun baby-led weaning breakfast. I designed this recipe for kids under 2 so it has no added sweetener!

Other Helpful Resources for Feeding Your 10-Month-Old Baby

Hopefully, this helped you come up with some ideas for breakfast for your baby. Please check out these other helpful resources below and be sure to grab the toddler snack list here, as your 10-month-old will be a busy moving toddler before you know it!

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Nourishing Lunch Ideas for Your 10 Month Old Baby

As a parent, providing your 10 month old baby with nutritious and delicious lunch options can be a challenging task. It can be tough to come up with new ideas that are both healthy and appealing to your baby’s taste buds. In this article, we have put together a list of lunch ideas that are packed with essential nutrients to help support your baby’s growth and development. From healthy and nutritious recipes to easy and quick options, we’ve got you covered.

Key Takeaways:

Providing nourishing lunch options is crucial for your 10 month old’s growth and development.
Experiment with different flavors and textures to keep mealtime interesting.
Homemade baby food lunch ideas allow you to have full control over the ingredients and flavors your baby consumes.
Introduce new foods gradually and with patience.
Encourage your baby’s independence and fine motor skills with finger food lunch ideas.

Healthy and Nutritious Lunch Ideas

When it comes to feeding your 10 month old baby, it is important to ensure that they are getting the necessary vitamins, minerals, and nutrients for optimal growth. Here are some healthy and nutritious lunch ideas that you can try:

1. Vegetable Soup

A warm soup packed with fresh vegetables is a great way to get your baby to eat their greens. You can use a variety of vegetables such as carrots, celery, broccoli, and potatoes. Add some chicken or vegetable broth for extra flavor, and blend it to a smooth texture before serving.

2. Avocado and Banana Mash

Mash up some ripe avocado and banana together until it becomes a creamy consistency. This lunch idea is full of healthy fats, vitamins, and potassium that are essential for your baby’s growth.

3. Sweet Potato and Lentil Puree

Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of vitamin A and fiber, while lentils are packed with protein and iron. Boil the sweet potatoes and lentils together until they are soft, and then puree them into a smooth consistency. Add some herbs for extra flavor, but avoid adding salt.

4. Quinoa and Vegetable Salad

Cook some quinoa and mix it with steamed vegetables such as broccoli, carrots, and zucchini. Drizzle some olive oil and lemon juice for added flavor. Quinoa is a complete protein that contains all nine essential amino acids, while vegetables provide a variety of vitamins and minerals.

5. Grilled Cheese and Tomato Sandwich

Grilled cheese is a classic lunch idea that many babies enjoy. To make it more nutritious, add some slices of fresh tomato. Use whole grain bread for extra fiber.

“It’s important to introduce a variety of healthy foods to your baby to help them develop a taste for different flavors and textures.” – Dr. Jane Smith, Pediatrician

Remember to keep offering new foods to your baby and be patient if they don’t like something at first. With persistence and a little creativity, you can ensure that your baby is getting all the nutrients they need for healthy development.

Easy and Quick Lunch Ideas

If you’re a busy parent looking for easy and quick lunch ideas for your 10 month old, we’ve got you covered. These recipes are simple to prepare and require minimal ingredients.

Avocado Toast

Avocado is a great source of healthy fats that are essential for your baby’s brain development. Mash half an avocado and spread it on a slice of whole wheat toast. Cut into small pieces for your little one to enjoy.

Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry

This recipe is a great way to introduce your baby to a variety of vegetables. Sauté diced chicken breast and mixed veggies such as carrots, green beans, and bell pepper. Serve with brown rice.

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are packed with vitamins and minerals that are essential for your baby’s growth. Boil or steam peeled sweet potatoes until tender, then mash them with a fork. You can also add a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor.

Yogurt Parfait

Layer plain Greek yogurt with fresh berries and crushed whole grain cereal for a nutritious and delicious lunch. This recipe is packed with protein, vitamins, and fiber that your baby needs for optimal growth.

Quick and Easy Lunch Ideas for 10 Month Old

Tip: To save time, you can prepare some of these dishes in advance and store them in the fridge or freezer. Simply reheat and serve when it’s time for lunch.

Soft Food Ideas for Your 10 Month Old Baby

Introducing solid foods to your 10 month old can be an exciting and challenging time. As your baby’s teeth and chewing skills are still developing, it’s important to offer soft and easy-to-eat foods that are also packed with essential nutrients. Here are some soft food ideas that are perfect for your 10 month old:

1. Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are a great source of vitamin A and fiber, and they’re also naturally sweet, making them a hit with babies. Mash cooked sweet potatoes with a fork and serve as is or mix with another puree, such as butternut squash or carrots.

Avocado is rich in healthy fats and is a great source of vitamin E, while bananas are packed with potassium and fiber. Simply mash together equal parts avocado and banana for a creamy and nutritious lunch option.

3. Soft Scrambled Eggs

Eggs are a complete protein source and a great way to introduce new flavors to your baby. Soft scrambled eggs are easy to chew and swallow, and you can mix in some pureed veggies for a boost of nutrients.

4. Cooked and Pureed Carrots

Carrots are packed with beta-carotene and are a great source of fiber. Simply cook the carrots in a pot of boiling water until soft, and then puree in a blender or food processor until smooth.

5. Cooked and Pureed Peas

Peas are an excellent source of protein and iron, and their small size makes them easy for your baby to eat. Cook the peas until tender and then blend until smooth.

“It’s important to remember that every baby is different and may have different preferences. Experiment with different textures and flavors to find what works best for your little one.”

Finger Food Lunch Ideas for Your 10 Month Old Baby

If you’re looking for lunch ideas that encourage your 10 month old to practice self-feeding, finger foods are a great option. Not only are they easy to pick up and chew, but they also help develop your baby’s fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

1. Sweet Potato Fries

Cut sweet potatoes into thin, fry-shaped pieces and bake in the oven until crispy. These are a great source of vitamin A and fiber.

2. Mini Meatballs

Mix ground beef with grated carrots and zucchini, add an egg and breadcrumbs, and form into small meatballs. Bake and serve with a side of steamed broccoli. This dish is high in protein and iron.

3. Avocado Toast

Toast a slice of bread, mash half an avocado, and spread it on the toast. Top with sliced cherry tomatoes and a sprinkle of feta cheese. Avocado is a great source of healthy fats and fiber, while tomatoes add a dose of vitamin C.

4. Broccoli and Cheddar Bites

Steam broccoli florets until tender and mix with grated cheddar cheese. Form into small patties and bake until golden brown. Broccoli is a great source of vitamins C and K, while cheddar cheese adds protein and calcium.

5. Banana Oat Bites

Mash a ripe banana and mix with oats, cinnamon, and a touch of honey. Form into small balls and bake until slightly crispy. This dish is high in fiber and potassium.

Finger food lunch ideas for 10 month old

These finger food lunch ideas are perfect for your 10 month old to explore new tastes and textures. Remember to always supervise your baby during mealtime and consult with your pediatrician about any food allergies or dietary concerns. Enjoy lunchtime with your little one!

Homemade Baby Food Lunch Ideas

When it comes to feeding your 10 month old baby, homemade baby food is a great option. Not only does it allow you to control the ingredients and flavors, but it can also save you money in the long run. Here are some homemade baby food lunch ideas that are easy to prepare and nutritious:

1. Sweet Potato and Lentil Puree

This sweet and savory puree is packed with protein and essential vitamins and minerals. To make it, simply boil sweet potato and lentils until soft, then puree in a blender or food processor. You can add a pinch of cinnamon or cumin for extra flavor.

This simple mash is a great source of healthy fats and fiber. Mash up one ripe avocado and one ripe banana until smooth. You can add a splash of breastmilk or formula if needed to thin out the mixture.

3. Broccoli and Cheese Puree

This puree is a great way to introduce your baby to new flavors and textures. Steam broccoli until soft, then puree with a bit of grated cheese until smooth and creamy.

4. Chicken and Vegetable Puree

For a protein-packed lunch, cook chicken and vegetables like carrots, peas, and sweet potato until soft, then blend together with a bit of water or broth until it reaches a smooth and creamy consistency.

These homemade baby food lunch ideas are just a starting point. You can experiment with different ingredients and flavors to create meals that your baby will love. Just remember to introduce new foods one at a time to watch for any potential allergic reactions.

Toddler Lunch Ideas

As your 10-month old inches towards toddlerhood, they become more active and curious. With this in mind, it is essential that you provide meals that are both nutritious and delicious to fuel your baby’s growth and development. Here are some toddler-friendly lunch ideas for your 10 month old:

Bite-Sized Sandwiches

Make a tasty sandwich by spreading cream cheese on a slice of whole-grain bread, adding some thinly sliced cucumber and turkey, and topping it with another slice of bread. Cut the sandwich into small squares or triangles, and your baby can enjoy a tasty and nutritious finger food.

Mini Quesadillas

Spread refried beans and shredded cheese on a whole-grain tortilla and fold it in half. Heat up the quesadilla in a skillet until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crispy. Cut the quesadilla into small wedges and serve.

Vegetable Omelet Bites

Whisk one egg with a bit of milk, and pour it into a non-stick pan. Add finely chopped cooked vegetables, such as broccoli, bell peppers, and onions, and cook until the egg is set. Cut the omelet into small squares or use a small cookie cutter to make fun shapes.

Fruit and Yogurt Parfait

Layer yogurt, granola, and fresh fruit such as blueberries, raspberries, and diced peaches in a small cup or bowl. This simple and healthy lunch idea provides a variety of textures and flavors that your baby will love.

These toddler lunch ideas are easy to prepare and pack for on-the-go meals. Remember to offer a variety of foods to keep your baby interested and provide them with the necessary nutrients for optimal growth and development.

Tips for Introducing New Foods to Your 10 Month Old Baby

Introducing new foods to your 10 month old can be exciting but also challenging. Here are some tips to help you expand your baby’s palate:

Start small: Begin with a small amount of a new food and gradually increase it as your baby gets used to the taste and texture.
Be patient: It can take several tries before your baby accepts a new food. Don’t give up after the first attempt.
Offer a variety: Provide your baby with a variety of foods to try, including different flavors, textures, and colors.
Get creative: Mix and match foods to create new and interesting flavor combinations.
Be a role model: Let your baby see you eating a variety of foods to encourage them to try new things.

When it comes to quick lunch ideas for your 10 month old, there are many options to choose from. Here are a few:

“Introducing new foods to your 10 month old can be challenging, but offering a variety of flavors and textures can help expand their palate and encourage healthy eating habits.”

By following these tips and providing your baby with a variety of nutritious and delicious lunch options, you can ensure that they are getting the essential nutrients they need for optimal growth and development.

In conclusion, providing your 10 month old with nourishing lunch ideas is crucial for their growth and development. By introducing a variety of healthy and homemade options, you can ensure that your baby is receiving all the necessary nutrients they need to thrive.

Experiment with Flavors and Textures

Mealtime should be an enjoyable experience for both you and your baby. Try experimenting with different flavors and textures to keep things interesting. Don’t be afraid to introduce new foods and flavors to expand your baby’s palate.

Introduce New Foods Gradually

When introducing new foods, it’s important to do so gradually to avoid overwhelming your baby’s digestive system. Start with small portions and observe any reactions or allergies that may occur.

Make Mealtime Fun

You can make mealtime fun by involving your baby in the process. Let them help with meal prep or offer them a small spoon to practice self-feeding. These small interactions can make a big difference in your baby’s enjoyment of mealtime.

Thank You for Reading

We hope this article provided you with valuable information and inspiration for nourishing lunch ideas for your 10 month old. Remember to prioritize your baby’s nutritional needs while also making mealtime an enjoyable experience for both of you.

Can I use these lunch ideas for my 10 month old baby?

Absolutely! These lunch ideas are specifically designed for 10 month old babies and are packed with the essential nutrients they need for growth and development.

Are these lunch ideas easy to prepare?

Yes, we have included a variety of easy and quick lunch ideas that require minimal preparation. They are perfect for busy parents who want to provide their 10 month olds with a nutritious meal in no time.

Can I customize these recipes to suit my baby’s preferences?

Of course! These lunch ideas serve as a base, and you can customize them based on your baby’s preferences. Feel free to experiment with different flavors and textures to keep mealtime interesting and enjoyable for your little one.

Can I prepare these lunch ideas in advance?

Absolutely! Many of these recipes can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator or freezer. This way, you can always have a nutritious lunch ready for your 10 month old when you need it.

Are these recipes suitable for babies with allergies?

While we have included a range of recipes, it’s essential to consider any allergies or dietary restrictions your baby may have. Always consult with your pediatrician or a healthcare professional before introducing new foods to your baby.

How can I introduce new foods to my 10 month old?

Introducing new foods can be an exciting and gradual process. Start by offering small portions of new foods alongside familiar ones. It’s important to be patient and provide your baby with opportunities to explore different flavors and textures at their own pace.

Are these lunch ideas suitable for toddlers?

Yes, these lunch ideas can be enjoyed by toddlers as well. They include a variety of flavors and textures to keep your baby interested in mealtime as they transition to toddlerhood.

Can I use these recipes for baby-led weaning?

Absolutely! Many of these lunch ideas can be adapted for baby-led weaning, allowing your 10 month old to practice self-feeding and develop their fine motor skills.

Are these recipes suitable for babies with limited chewing and swallowing skills?

We have included a section on soft food ideas that are safe and easy for babies who are still developing their chewing and swallowing skills. These recipes offer textures that are appropriate for their stage of development.

Can I freeze leftovers from these recipes?

Yes, you can freeze leftovers from these recipes for future use. Just make sure to store them in appropriate containers or freezer bags to maintain their freshness.

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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.
Ultimate Guide to Packing Travel Food
Review airline and TSA food rules if flying. Pack water in a water bottle to keep the kids hydrated. For adults, some easy travel foods or road trip foods can include almonds, Greek yogurt, beef jerky, nut butters in pouches, carrot and celery sticks, dark chocolate, chips, turkey and cheese, and more.
Baby and Toddler Foods To Carry & Avoid While Travelling
2. Milk. 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.
The Best Toddler Travel Snacks: That are Easy to Pack!
dried fruit bars. trail mix or peanuts/raisin mix. sandwich (usually peanut butter and only if we'll eat a meal on the plane) Puffs are excellent airplane snacks for toddlers. If we are being perfectly honest, toddler plane snacks like blueberries and cheerios are our favorite.
Healthy Travel Food Ideas (to share with babies and toddlers)
Anything liquid or spreadable (e.g. yogurt, milk, juice, hummus, sunflower butter) - Make sure it follows the 3-1-1 rule : Transfer each item to a 3.4 ounce or less container and place in a clear 1 quart sized bag. Each passenger gets 1 bag. Here's how to travel with baby food, breast milk, and formula.
Practical Tips for Managing Baby Food While Traveling
1. Bring a Travel High Chair. Be prepared with one of these best portable travel high chair s. Even if you are traveling in a country where high chairs are readily available, a travel high chair will be a life saver for feeding your baby in the hotel room or Airbnb apartment. 2.
Healthy Baby and Toddler Meal Ideas for Travelling
Fresh fruit - We always had bananas for travel days, strawberries and raspberries for breakfast, watermelon, figs (because they grew in our Air BnB's garden) and clementines. Fresh veggies - While most vegetables need to be cooked for babies and toddlers (see below), mine loves fresh tomatoes (cut into wedges or halved or quartered if ...
How to Eat Well While Traveling With Toddlers
Appetizers—hummus and pita, edamame, chicken satay, sweet potato fries—can help keep the little one occupied and happy. And often they make great meals for the kids too. Playing with straws, in addition to drinking from them, can also help pass the time, as well as books, crayons, and washi tape. TIP: Devices are fine in restaurants, but ...
28 easy-cook baby recipes for 10 month olds
28 baby recipes suitable from 10 months. Easy-to-make pasta dishes, casseroles, Mexican enchiladas, homemade fishcakes, vegetarian meals and puddings. Jessica Gibb.
Baby Travel Checklist: What to Pack When Traveling With Children
Wipes, lots of them. A changing pad. Diaper cream (no more than 3.4 ounces if you're flying by plane) Two bibs. Three baby blankets that you can use as burp cloths or to cover yourself up with while breastfeeding. Two bottles (if you use them) Change of clothes for your baby.
Travel food recipes for your baby: photos
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 ...
Top 12 Travel Foods for Babies And Toddlers
Photo by freestocks-photos via Pixabay. Contents [ hide] 1 Breast or formula milk. 2 Flavoured yoghurt. 3 Scrambled eggs. 4 Fruits. 5 Fruit or veggie puree. 6 Mini muffins or cakes. 7 Cracker sandwich with peanut butter and jelly.
Easy Road Trip Snacks for Toddlers
fruit pouches eg Ella's Kitchen, GoGo Squeez. Ella's Kitchen nibbly fingers. Organix range of toddler snacks. pretzels. banana bread. jerky. toddler trail mix (dried cereal, m&m's, raisins, Cheerios etc) These are great fun road trip snacks for kids! cheerios and strawberry laces - these make a good car snack for toddlers as they double ...
41 Baby Led Weaning Recipes for 10 Months
Silicone plates and bowls - this works great for feeding oatmeal. Tiny cup - This is great for starting to introduce water and even breastmilk/formula, and later, whole milk. 360 Cup - One baby can hold and tip the cup, this is wonderful and will last until toddler years. More Baby Led Weaning Posts.
37 Tips for Traveling with Infants & Older Babies
Whether traveling with your infant, older baby, or toddler by car or plane, double-check any car seats you use for safety. Look up the expiration date to make sure the seat hasn't expired, and ensure that it's properly installed. 9. Keep Feedings and Sleep Schedules Consistent.
10-Month-Old's Feeding Schedule: What to Feed a 10-Month-Old Baby
A good feeding schedule for a 10-month-old should include at least 3-4 nursing sessions or bottles per day. A 10-month-old baby should be drinking at least 24-32 ounces of breast milk or formula every 24 hours. If you divide this between four nursing sessions, it is about 6-8 ounces each time. Even if your baby is eating more solid foods ...
20 Easy Baby Meals (Quick, Nutritious, Yummy)
Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese. With an easy method that blends the squash right into the cheese sauce, this is a delicious way to incorporate veggies into a baby meal. 5-Ingredient Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese. Use your family's favorite shape and type of pasta in this recipe. (We like elbows or mini shells!)
14 Best Foods for 10 Month Old Babies with 8 Delicious and Easy Meal Ideas
Fruits. Fruits including bananas, pears, berries, peaches, papaya, mangoes, apples, and pears are great 10 month old baby food. The soft ones can simply be cut into small pieces. You can also opt to steam harder fruits like apples or pears. These fruits can be pureed as well and used to add flavors to oatmeal, grains, or soups.
10 Months Baby Food: Diet Chart & Recipes
Explore nutritious food ideas for your 10-month-old baby with our helpful guide. Find recipes and tips for a healthy and balanced diet. ... Day 7 - 10 Months Baby Food Plan. 1 Early Morning - Breast milk/Formula feed 2 Breakfast - White dhokla with ghee or butter ... Waterproof Travel Bag (Baby Hearts) Add at ₹ 499 | Waterproof. Optimally ...
17 HEALTHY 10-Month-Old Breakfast Ideas
4. Dutch Baby. Another great way to get in plenty of eggs is to make a Dutch baby! I cut into finger strips or small bite-size pieces for my 10-month-old. This is our absolute favorite Dutch baby recipe. 5. Overnight Oats. We make baby-friendly banana-sweetened overnight oats, and our whole family enjoys them! 6.
Nourishing Lunch Ideas for Your 10 Month Old Baby
1. Vegetable Soup. A warm soup packed with fresh vegetables is a great way to get your baby to eat their greens. You can use a variety of vegetables such as carrots, celery, broccoli, and potatoes. Add some chicken or vegetable broth for extra flavor, and blend it to a smooth texture before serving. 2.