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Use extra care when preparing homemade baby food
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Albuquerque Journal
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February 26, 2003
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Copyright informationCopyright 2003 Albuquerque Journal. Provided by ProQuest LLC. (Hide copyright information)
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Baby food doesn't have to come in a jar. You can easily make your
own to provide low-cost, nutritious foods for your child.
Most babies do not need solid foods until they are 4 to 6 months
old. Before then, most have not learned to swallow solid foods. The
sucking reflex pushes the tongue forward in the mouth and pushes out
solid foods. Starting solids too soon may contribute to gagging and
choking.
Baby food is strained, pureed or mashed. Foods can be softened or
mashed in a blender, food processor, food mill or grinder. Scrub
fruits and vegetables extra well under running water with a vegetable
brush. Trim stringy parts and remove pits, peels and seeds that could
cause choking.
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