Advice

Suitable Drinks For Babies & Children

Not all drinks are suitable for babies and young children. Here at Mummy Cooks we have given you a simple guide on what drinks you should be giving your child. The following list explains what to give to your child and when

10 Tips to Shop Wisely for your Children

Choosing the right foods for your kids meals can be difficult. We all know that fruit and vegetables are good for children, along with fresh meat and fish, but things are less clear beyond that. Knowing what to buy in the supermarket can be confusing, especially when shopping for your little ones. Follow our best tips on how to shop wisely for your children for fuss free family meals and snacks your weaning baby can enjoy too.

Moving Baby Onto Family Foods

Here at Mummy Cooks, we recommend moving your weaning baby onto family foods anytime between 9 months and one year. The earlier the better!

Our aim is to offer family recipes that are easy to adapt to your weaning baby's stage. As long as you keep the salt and sugar levels low, family foods are perfect for your weaning baby, saving you time and stress when it comes to family mealtimes.

9 Top Tips For Batch Cooking

Batch cooking freezer friendly, homemade meals will save you time and money! It is especially handy for family meals perfect for your weaning baby. Batch cooking makes those busier weeknights easier by ensuring you don't have to cook every night. Our 9 top tips for batch cooking ensure you will get the most out of the process!

"I regularly batch cook to ensure I wouldn't have to cook everyday of the week.. It also helps if I am away and Daddy is on duty"!

Preparation And Storage Of Baby Food

Cleanliness is extremely important when it comes to preparing food for babies. Adults might be able to withstand the bacteria of week-long leftovers but your baby will not. Their immune system is only just developing and needs you to take extra care and attention in the kitchen. A bout of food poisoning could make them very ill. Below are my guidelines for healthy food preparation and how to freeze and defrost your homemade baby food recipes.

Using Stock Cubes in Baby Food

Homemade stock is by far the best and will give your food a wonderful wholesome flavour. However it can be very difficult to find the time to make your own stock. This is where low-salt stock cubes are a great substitute! Using stock in your baby’s food will make your purées, soups, stews, curries and risottos taste much better. They are particularly important for giving a good flavour base when using little or no salt.