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The Best Foods for Babies 10 to 12 Months – Happiest Baby

The 10- to 12-month age range is a time of incredible growth for babies. You'll look down one day, and suddenly your sweet baby might begin to look more like a toddler. And with all the changes happening from trying to walk and talk to showing a natural, vibrant curiosity for the world around them, you'll also notice that their food preferences will mature a bit too. 

The beauty of finger foods for babies between 10 and 12 months is that not only will your baby enjoy nutritious foods, but they will also be getting a dexterity workout too. Using their fingers and hands to pick up and feed themselves is an excellent way to practice hand-to-eye coordination and work on that vital pincher and grasping reflex. 

If you're interested in moving away from purees and venturing into finger foods, then check out this list of snacks and meals that are perfect for your budding toddler. The best part? Most of these can be made ahead to cut down on time in the kitchen.   

Breakfast Foods for Babies

They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but it's also a pretty big contender for the most fun. Here are five great, nutrient-packed, finger-friendly breakfasts that your little one will love. 

Overnight Oats

Fill a small jar with one part dry oats, one part breastmilk or formula, and sprinkle in some cut-up fruit, like blueberries or raspberries and a touch of pure maple syrup. Mix it up and leave it in the fridge overnight. This one is great for your baby to practice scooping with their fingers, although it is messy. 

Whole Wheat Waffles

You can buy frozen waffles or make your own and freeze them ahead of time. Make sure to look for whole wheat, and pair your waffles with fresh fruit instead of sugary syrups. Try a dollop of whipped cream (or even better: yogurt) for some added fun, and always make sure to cut up fruit to manageable sizes. 

Hard-Boiled Eggs and Toast Soldiers

Toast soldiers are a fun way to let your baby play with food. Simply toast a piece of bread and cut it into strips for dipping into the egg. Toast soldiers are great for gripping and self-feeding, especially for teething babies. Make sure that your child can handle eating toast before trying this one out. 

Cheese and Veggie Frittata

Frittatas are a lovely way to combine eggs and vegetables for your little one. Not only are they super healthy and delicious, but they’re also easy to pick up and eat. Experiment with fillings such as kale, spinach, pasteurized feta or Swiss, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, and chives. Always be sure to chop vegetables up into manageable sizes for your baby.  

Morning Smoothie

Smoothies are a fun way to get in vitamins and protein, and there are endless ways to make them. Here are a few popular combinations that your baby might like:

  • Banana, peanut butter, and breastmilk or formula

  • Strawberries, banana, mango, full-fat yogurt, and breastmilk or formula

  • Avocado, spinach, banana, and full-fat yogurt

  • Blueberry, banana, full-fat yogurt, and breastmilk or formula

Lunch Foods for Babies

If your baby is bored with bland, mashed foods for lunch, then try a few of these fun, well-balanced lunch ideas that you can easily make ahead.  

Broccoli and Cauliflower Coins

Steam and mash broccoli and cauliflower, add an egg, some almond flour, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix ingredients together and use a one-inch melon-baller to drop balls onto a cookie sheet, flatten with a wet fork, and bake at 350 until golden brown. These veggie coins are soft, full of nutrients, and fun to dip into ketchup or applesauce. 

Beef and Barley

Make a batch of beef and barley stew and toss in peas, carrots, and other veggies. Try chopping the finished stew into a chunkier version of puree before serving with toast soldiers. Your baby can scoop with their fingers or practice using a spoon. 

Baby Charcuterie Plate

Using your baby's favorite plate (or a muffin tin!), place bite-sized cubed cheese, crackers, cut-up fruit and veggies, and pieces of cereal for a fun way to eat a balanced meal.

Macaroni and Cheese

Upgrade the old kid food stand-by with chopped veggies like peas, carrots, sweet potato, and corn kernels.

Cottage Cheese and Dippers

Serve cottage cheese in a bowl with a small plate of dippers like toast soldiers, crackers, cut-up pieces of fruit, and soft vegetables like baked sweet potato sticks. 

Dinner Foods for Babies

By 10 to 12 months, you might already be serving your baby the same food that your family eats, albeit chopped, mashed, or cut up. Serving your baby the same foods you eat is ideal because it helps your baby develop a taste for healthy foods. If you're looking for dinner ideas that your baby might love, check out these five options. 

Pasta Bowls

Pasta bowls are perfect because you can add almost anything to your pasta and call it a meal. Look for small pasta shapes like alphabet letters or elbows that your baby can pick up. Here are a few additions to try:

  • Chopped, steamed spinach and ricotta

  • Red sauce with chopped spinach

  • Cooked carrots, peas, and corn kernels garnish with Parmesan cheese

  • Chopped chicken, veggies, and shredded cheese

Rice Bowls

Like pasta bowls, rice bowls are also a great way to add various healthy tidbits for your baby. Simply choose a protein, a vegetable, or two, and offer some flavor options like low-sodium soy sauce or even unsweetened apple sauce. 

Beef and Lentil Stew

Good old-fashioned beef and lentil soup with lots of vegetables is a perfectly balanced meal that you can make ahead and freeze in small amounts. Your baby can use their fingers to pick up pieces of food or practice using a spoon. 

Mash

Mash some sweet potato or potato and mix in some small pieces of cooked veggies for a fun, healthy dinner. Try adding carrots, peas, spinach, kale, corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, beets, and more. 

Fish and Chips

Fish is a wonderfully healthy option for your baby, and it is so easy to eat with those sweet little fingers. Try roasting white fish with a splash of lemon and steamed veggies like asparagus or broccoli. Remember, small and soft, bite-sized pieces are your baby's friend. 

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10 Months Old Baby Food Chart

Congratulations! Your baby is 10-months-old now, and you must be so proud that you have taken care of your little munchkin so well. You must have noticed a lot of changes in him – he must be crawling, communicating, or even playing. But like every responsible parent out there, you must be worried about his nutritional requirements and overall health. If you are looking for food suggestions for your child, we have something for you. Here we will discuss what you should feed to your 10-month-old baby.

Video: Food Ideas for a 10-Month-Old Baby

Nutrient Requirements of a Baby at This Age

The calorie requirements of a baby at this age depends entirely on his weight. As a general rule of thumb, your 10-month-old baby will need anywhere between 90 and 120 calories per kilogram of his weight. According to the experts, this translates to 793 calories for male babies and 717 calories for female babies. Your baby will need food from the main food groups. You can follow the basic food pyramid chart in order to understand the ratio of fruits, vegetables, and grains that you need to follow while serving food to your child. Apart from this, you will have to make sure that your baby gets an adequate amount of calcium and iron in his diet. This is essential for his physical and mental development.

How Much Food Can Your Baby Eat in a Day?

The amount of food consumed regularly will be dictated by your baby’s nutritional requirements and appetite. However, as a general rule of thumb, your baby will need different food items in the following quantities.

  • Cereal – between ¼ and ½ cup
  • Fruits – between ¼ and ½ cup
  • Vegetables – between ¼ and ½ cup
  • Dairy products – 2 to 3 tablespoons
  • Protein or meat – 4 tablespoons

Best Foods for Your Ten-month-old Baby

An important thing you should remember while giving food to your 10-month-old baby is that you can start supplementing breast milk with regular foods. You can give him finger food or mashed food instead of breastfeeding him. However, there is no hard and fast rule as to when you must stop breastfeeding entirely. This is a decision that you should take after consulting your doctor. If you do decide to wean your baby, there are some foods that should be your top choice.

  • Whole wheat idli or dosa
  • Moong dal khichdi
  • Upma with vegetables
  • Dalia
  • Homemade milkshake with fresh fruits
  • Boiled or scrambled eggs
  • Vegetable soup
  • Homemade halwa
  • Mildly spiced sambar

Video: Diet Plan for 10 Month Old Baby

A Sample Food Chart/Meal Plan for a 10-month-old Baby

Here is a sample chart that you can follow for making a healthy meal plan for your ten-month-old baby. However, it is recommended that you introduce each new food item one at a time. Wait for three days before you introduce another food item as it is the perfect window to observe if your baby has any allergies. This will also let him get used to the flavour. You can make some changes in this plan and create a meal plan that suits your 10-month-old baby.

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 1, Day 1

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 1, Day 2

Early morning Mother’s milk /formula feed
Breakfast Oats-apple smoothie
Mid-morning Mashed banana
Lunch

Bajra (pearl millet)- moong dal (green gram split) khichdi
Evening Mother’s milk /formula feed
Dinner

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 1, Day 3

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 1, Day 4

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 1, Day 5

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 1, Day 6

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 1, Day 7

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 2, Day 1

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 2, Day 2

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 2, Day 3

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 2, Day 4

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 2, Day 5

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 2, Day 6

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 2, Day 7

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 3, Day 1

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 3, Day 2

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 3, Day 3

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 3, Day 4

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 3, Day 5

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 3, Day 6

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 3, Day 7

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 4, Day 1

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 4, Day 2

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 4, Day 3

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 4, Day 4

Early morning Mother’s milk /formula feed
Breakfast
Mid-morning

Mashed chikoo (sapota) or mashed banana
Lunch
Evening Mother’s milk /formula feed
Dinner

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 4, Day 5

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 4, Day 6

Early morning Mother’s milk /formula feed
Breakfast
Mid-morning Mashed papaya
Lunch Tomato- pumpkin soup
Evening Mother’s milk /formula feed
Dinner

Diet for a 10 Month-Old – Week 4, Day 7

Video: Food Recipes for a 10-month-old Baby

Tasty Recipes That You Can Try

Given below are the recipes to some healthy food items that you can make for your 10-month-old baby in no time. These recipes are nutritious and will ensure your baby’s all-round development.

1. Semolina Upma

Ingredients

  • Semolina/suji – ½ cup
  • Mixed veggies like carrots, peas, beans, and boiled potatoes – ½ cup diced
  • Jeera – 1 cup
  • Water – ¼ tsp
  • A pinch of turmeric
  • A pinch of salt
  • Oil or ghee – ¼ tsp 

How to Prepare

  • Roast the suji in a pan until it gives a toasty aroma. Keep stirring continuously as it burns quickly otherwise. Keep aside in a bowl.
  • In a pan, heat the oil or ghee.
  •  Add in the jeera and wait until they turn brown.
  • Add in the veggies then turmeric and salt. Sauté for about 5 minutes. Add in the semolina and mix it well.
  • Next, add in the water and stir continuously to make sure no lumps are formed.
  • Stir until the desired consistency is reached.

2. Plain Khichdi

Ingredients

  • Toor dal – ¼ cup
  • Rice – ¼ cup
  • Water – 2 ½ cups
  • Tomato – 1, diced
  • Oil or ghee – ¼ tsp
  • Jeera – ¼ tsp
  • A pinch of asafoetida
  • Ginger – ¼ inch
  • Salt to taste

How to Prepare

  • Wash and clean the dal and rice separately until the water runs clear. Soak the rice and dal separately in water for about 30 minutes.
  • Strain the water and pressure cook the dal and rice together for up to three whistles. Add in the turmeric also.
  • Since you will be making it for your child, add in more water to make it soft.
  • Heat the oil or ghee in a pan. Add some cumin seeds and wait till their colour changes.
  • Add in the asafoetida, ginger, and tomato and sauté for a few minutes.
  • Add in the cooked rice and dal mixture and give it a nice stir.
  • Add some salt and let the khichdi boil for a few minutes. It should be a little watery.

3. Scrambled Eggs

Ingredients

  • Egg – 1
  • Whole milk/formula/breast milk – 2-3 tablespoons
  • Fresh cheddar cheese or any other fresh cheese (grated) – 1 tbsp
  • Refined oil – 1 tsp
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

How to Prepare

  • Crack open the egg into a bowl then add the milk and whisk for a couple of minutes.
  • Add in the grated cheese and mix well.
  • Heat the oil in a pan. Pour the whisked egg mixture into the pan and stir continuously until the eggs are fully cooked.
  • Add the salt and mix well. Serve warm!
  • You can also add some finely cut vegetables to get your child to like veggies.

4. Chicken and Potato Soup

 Ingredients

  • Potatoes (peeled and diced) ½ cup
  • Diced chicken – ½ cup
  • Diced onion – ½ cup diced
  • Freshly grated cheddar cheese – ½ cup
  • Garlic cloves – 2
  • Butter – 2 tbsp
  • Water – 2 cups
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

How to Prepare

  • In a large pot, heat the butter.
  • Add in the onions and cook them until they turn transparent. Add the garlic and sauté for a couple of minutes.
  • Add in the potatoes and cook them for some time.
  • Next, add the water and bring to a boil. Add the cheese bit by bit while continuously stirring.
  • Bring to a boil once again and add the diced chicken. Cover the pot with a lid and let it cook for 10 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
  • Season with salt and pepper and the soup is ready.
  • If you have cut the potatoes and chicken small enough, let your baby eat them.
  • However, if you think your baby is finding it difficult, Blend the soup then give it to your baby.

5. Broken Wheat Porridge

Ingredients

  • Broken wheat – ¼ cup
  • Water – 1 cup
  • Roasted almond powder 1 tsp
  • Apple or banana puree – 1 cup

How to prepare:

  • Pressure cook the broken wheat and water for three whistles. Allow it to cool.
  • Next, transfer it to a blender and blend to get a smooth consistency.
  • Transfer it to a bowl then add the almond powder and mix.
  • Add the banana or apple puree for sweetness.

Some Tips to Consider

Here are some tips that you should follow before and while feeding your little one.

  • Sterilize the utensils you use for your baby.
  • Taste the food you prepare for your little one before giving it to him. Make sure it is neither too hot nor too cold. The food should be warm.
  • Don’t add too much salt. To enhance the flavour of any dish, add in the cheese!
  • Be sure to adjust the ingredients according to your baby’s preferences and nutritional requirements.
  • Introduce only one solid food at a time. Wait for three days before introducing any other food. This way you will help your child develop a taste for that particular food. You should also look for any symptoms of allergy in three-days time after having introduced the new food.
  • Consult your paediatrician before introducing any new food.

Feeding a 10-month-old is a period of experimentation. As your baby begins to distinguish between flavours and starts to have favourites, you will be able to develop meal plans that your baby truly enjoys. Keep the food pyramid in mind when planning meals and be sure to consult with your paediatrician on what you can and cannot feed your baby.

Disclaimer:

  1. Each child is different and so use these meal plans as a trusted guide as per your discretion. You can modify the meals according to your child’s preferences / requirements.
  2. Never force-feed a child.
  3. While preparing formula, please follow the instructions on the box and use the measuring spoon provided with it.
  4. While introducing solid food to a baby, initially, one needs to prepare watery gruels/soups. As a child gets older, the caretaker/ mother has to increase the thickness of the liquids slowly according to the child’s capacity to swallow. Foods that are too thick can cause stomach upset/ unnecessary load; while excessively watery food might cause the child to remain hungry.
  5. Some kids may eat less on some days and that is absolutely alright. However, if a child eats less for more than 3-4 consecutive days, please visit a doctor to guide further.
  6. A child may eat less during the teething phase or if he/she may not be feeling well. You could increase breast milk /formula feeds on those days. Re-introduce the foods once the child is back to normal.
  7. Don’t stop feeding if the child is suffering from diarrhoea.
  8. You can alter the taste of the food by adding some natural flavours like cinnamon, jeera powder, lemon juice, curry leaves etc. if the child doesn’t accept the food initially.
  9. If your child suffers from an allergy to nuts, gluten or eggs, please consult your doctor before feeding him/her any foods that may contain them.

Also Read: Food Ideas for 13 to 16 Months Old Baby

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The first year of a baby's life is unique. The processes of growth and development are so intense that each new month is not like the previous one. In this regard, the child's diet undergoes changes every month to meet the growing needs of the body for nutrients, vitamins, minerals and other biologically active substances. Let's discuss what changes are taking place in the baby's diet, and what can be included in the diet at 10 months. nineOl000 Basic principles and changes in nutrition at 10 months

The basic food groups that must be included in the daily diet of children in the second half of life remain the same - vegetables, fruits, meat, cereals, dairy products. There are 3 main meals and 2-3 additional ones, while the portion size increases, and the daily amount of food is 1000-1100 ml. The child no longer looks like a baby - he has grown stronger, is trying to walk, he has an interest in all the phenomena of the world around him, including traditional adult food. Of course, the menu at 10 months is still very different from the food of the general table, but in terms of the possible variety of food, the list is already close to the diet of older children. The baby’s menu can already be diversified with homemade dishes in the form of soups, puddings and casseroles. Vegetables and fruits can be partially raw, grated on a fine grater. The drinking diet is still represented mainly by water, but the child can already drink compotes and fruit drinks of home and industrial production without the addition of sugar and artificial colors. nine0003

Feeding a 10-month-old baby

Daily routine and nutrition are very important in a baby's life. Children quickly get used to a certain routine and more readily eat the dishes that are traditionally offered at this meal. Of course, each child is unique, and yours has its own favorite foods and their combinations. Try to rationally distribute all the necessary complementary foods in 5 meals, taking into account the characteristics of family life. Adhere to the principle of a balanced menu, plan your diet for the week in advance, while trying to diversify your diet as much as possible, accustoming your child to the taste of new foods. nine0003

First meal

The first meal is early in the morning - the baby wakes up hungry after a 6-8 hour break in food. It is best to feed your baby with breast milk or an adapted formula. Child health and nutrition experts recommend continued breastfeeding (BC) until at least the end of the first year of life. The nutritional value of mother's milk at this age is already low, but as a source of the most important biological substances and psycho-emotional comfort, it is undoubtedly priceless. If the child is bottle-fed, you can prepare him a drink based on an adapted mixture. Until the end of the first year of a child's life, it is not recommended to feed whole cow's milk. The fact is that the protein of cow's and goat's milk can cause an allergic reaction, in addition, it causes damage to the intestinal epithelium of an infant and is a serious burden on the kidneys. Do not rush to introduce this unadapted product into the baby's diet. nine0003

See also: Complementary Foods and Meals

Breakfast

The second meal, at approximately 9-10 am, should provide energy and nutrients for a 10-month-old baby to be active in the morning. What can you offer your child for breakfast? Milk porridge is the perfect product for a good start to the day - it is rich in complex carbohydrates, which ensures long-term saturation and energy boost. The dietary fibers included in its composition are involved in comfortable digestion. In addition, cereals are a source of almost all essential nutrients. In the nutrition of babies at 10 months, the consistency of porridge may already be less homogeneous. Try introducing porridge into your diet, which contains cereal flakes and crushed berries, which helps your child learn to chew. At this age, mothers often begin to cook porridge at home, but it is preferable to use industrial products. Commercially produced porridge is often multi-cereal, which makes it possible to use the beneficial qualities of various grain crops, including those that cannot be cooked at home due to poor digestibility. Cereals go well with fruits and vegetables. For breakfast, you can additionally offer fruit puree or slices of boiled / baked soft fruits for breakfast. Cottage cheese and vegetable or cottage cheese and cereal casseroles and puddings can diversify the weekly breakfast menu. Every day a child can eat up to 50 grams of cottage cheese. If the child has not previously had allergic reactions, you can expand the range of fruits and gradually introduce citrus fruits and a number of exotic fruits into the diet. nine0003

Drinks

It is not recommended to give a large amount of liquid immediately after a meal, as this overloads the digestion process. Limit yourself to a few sips of water or compote if the child wants to drink food. And between the main meals, periodically offer the baby water, compote or fruit drink, as well as special children's tea. Limit your juice intake, as this is a high-carbohydrate product and is a serious burden on the organs of the gastrointestinal tract. The volume of juice per day should not exceed 100 ml. nine0003

Lunch

The next meal, lunch, covers a third of the total energy expenditure of the day and provides essential nutrients for active growth and development. At 10 months, it is already possible to offer the baby unpurified soup, provided that well-boiled vegetables are used. Meat complementary foods should be combined with foods that promote the best absorption of trace elements important for growth and development, especially copper and iron. First of all, these are vegetables, with the exception of legumes, and buckwheat. Given that different types of meat contain different amounts of trace elements and vitamins, a balanced weekly diet includes at least 3-4 types of meat complementary foods. Also, 1-2 times a week, the baby can eat dishes with the addition of offal - the liver, tongue and heart. In addition to mashed meat, the baby can be offered coarsely chopped meatballs or steam cutlets. Adding vegetable and cereal components to a meat dish makes the taste more tender and enriches the diet with other beneficial nutrients. Despite the insipid taste of dinner dishes, which seems to many adults, it is not recommended to add salt and spices to them. At 10 months, onions and parsley and dill can be used to develop taste buds in dishes. nine0003

Snack

Snack, although not the main meal, is necessary for the baby to reinforce forces after a daytime nap and provide the necessary energy for active activities in the afternoon. A dairy product rich in easily digestible protein and fat is ideal, combined with cereals and fruits that complement the dish with carbohydrates and fiber. For a 10-month-old baby, this could be a specialized fermented milk drink combined with baby biscuits and fruit. Another option would be a special industrial product called "Snack Porridge", which is a delicious dessert that combines cereals, milk and natural fruits. In addition to nutritional value, it is a source of dietary fiber, organic acids, vitamins and trace elements. And for kids, this is a delicacy, because the dish has a delicate texture and pleasant taste. nine0003

Dinner

The main evening meal should be easy to digest to avoid problems with digestion at night, and at the same time be nutritious. A 10-month-old baby can be offered a fish soufflé with a vegetable garnish, a curd-cereal casserole with fruit sauce, baked vegetables with noodles, or a fruit-cereal pudding. Right before bedtime, the baby can be fed with breast milk or an adapted mixture, which will ensure comfortable falling asleep and a restful night's sleep. nine0003

The table shows a sample menu for one day for a healthy 10 month old baby.

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volume, ml / number, grams

200

Water/compote or juice

100/100

Lunch (13:00)

Vegetable soup with 70003 9,0002 60/2

Fresh carrot salad with olive oil

50/3

200

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At 10 months we eat food in pieces

Important! It's time to move away from mashed foods and switch to food cut into small pieces. Stimulate the development of the chewing reflex.

Contents

  • Diet for a 10-month-old baby
    • Foods for a 10-month-old baby
    • Should not be given to a 10-month-old baby
    • What a baby should eat
    • Sample daily allowance 9009
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It is important to understand that the child must develop a grasping reflex and start eating on his own. We start with the pieces that we suggest taking the baby with the thumb and forefinger. We help to lightly set the food and taste it. These can be pieces of banana, bread and other food allowed during this period. Be patient and do not interfere with the baby to learn a new science for him. At this moment, you are still laying the sprouts of independence, patience and perseverance.

Diet - every 2-2.5 hours. The baby can already be seated on a high chair at the table with adults, so that the skill of sharing food and proper behavior at the table is consolidated. At other feeding times, also move the chair to the table and teach to eat at the dinner table, and not somewhere and somehow. While eating, TV, tablets, laptops for adults should not be turned on. Everyone is focused on food. These are the correct behavioral principles that the child will get used to. At this time, the baby is already familiar with soups. You can give him a spoon so that he tries it himself, and mom feeds him. nine0003

The opinion that a child should be fed on demand is correct. But laying the foundation for nutrition according to the regimen also does not hurt. In kindergarten, at school, you will have to learn to eat by the hour. There is nothing wrong with the mode. Moreover, in a couple of days the baby's body will already ask for food at the very moment when the whole family is going to lunch or dinner. Respect for the mother is also laid during this period. A woman should not spend 24 hours in the kitchen, cooking one or the other family members.

Baby tries to eat independently

Foods in 10-month-old baby's diet

By 10 months, baby should try and eat the following foods systematically.

Vegetables

Zucchini, pumpkin, carrots, beets, potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, spinach.

Fruits and berries

Apple, banana, pear, peach, apricot, currant, dried apricots, raspberries, strawberries, cherries, plums.

Cereals

Buckwheat, corn, oatmeal, barley, semolina, baby vermicelli.

Meat

Beef, chicken, rabbit, turkey.

Fish

Pollock, zander, cod, hake, flounder.

Dairy products

Butter, cottage cheese, kefir, yoghurt.

Should not be given to a 10 month old child

  • Mushrooms are heavy food for a small body.
  • Pickles - a large amount of salt affects the functioning of the kidneys. nine0020
  • Smoked meats lead to intestinal upset and diseases of the intestinal tract.
  • Raw eggs - diseases associated with the appearance of worms.
  • Sweets - chocolate, sweets, bars of any kind, sweet biscuits, waffles. Excess sugar leads to improper formation of teeth and children's caries after a year.

What a child should eat

Meat dishes

A 10-month-old child eats only lean meat. This is beef, turkey, chicken, rabbit. Most often, meat is used boiled in soups. You can cook meatballs or meatballs in the oven. Kids love these delicious meat balls. Chicken or turkey fillet can also be baked in the oven with vegetables without the use of vegetable oil and seasonings. Having taught your baby to eco-friendly food from childhood and having developed the right eating behavior, you will not encounter whims and tantrums over food. nine0003

Soups

A 10-month-old baby's diet is hard to imagine without soups. It can be vegetable dishes: cabbage, carrots, potatoes. Meat for soup is cooked separately. No need to feed the child soups in meat broth - this is heavy food. Make vegetable broth on potatoes, cabbage, carrots, and add already cooked meat at the end of cooking. From cabbage, you can gradually add all options to complementary foods - Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, broccoli, Beijing. Closer to 11 months, you can make borscht by adding a little grated beetroot. Fish soups are also added to the diet according to the same principle. nine0003

Dairy dishes

Mom's milk is noticeably reduced by this time. Therefore, the menu of a 10-month-old baby should include kefir, cottage cheese, classic liquid yogurt, without additives and dyes. You can cook casseroles, cheesecakes with the addition of berries and pieces of fruit. The child will quickly get used to the new food. No less favorite dish is porridge-based pudding. Rice or buckwheat porridge is passed through a blender, fruits, an egg and a little milk are added. All this is whipped and poured into a mold greased with butter. Oven pudding is great, healthy food for kids. nine0003

A life story! When a girl at 10 months old was first given a taste of kefir, she grimaced and spat out. Mom decided that the product is not suitable and no longer gives it. However, on the advice of a pediatrician, I decided to cook homemade kefir of acceptable acidity. The little girl enjoyed drinking it.

Sample menu for the day

First meal

The first awakening happens earlier - at 6-7 in the morning. Therefore, breast or infant formula can be given at this time.

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