Where to buy organic baby food

12 Best Organic Baby Food Brands to Buy 2022

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As a busy parent, time isn’t always on your side. Making baby food from scratch can be stressful and time consuming, especially when it comes to appeasing picky eaters. Luckily, there are several pre-made organic baby food options that take the guesswork out of feeding your child.

Since the National Organic Program of the USDA has developed strict rules and regulations that govern USDA certified organic foods, those carrying the USDA organic seal cannot contain GMOs or any artificial preservatives, colors or flavors. And certain studies show that organic fruits and vegetables have significantly more antioxidant polyphenols than conventionally grown produce. Encouraging an abundance and variety of fruits and vegetables at all ages is key, but organically grown produce can provide some additional benefits without the GMOs or preservatives.

And speaking of ages, our nutrition experts point out that baby food stages aren’t standardized but there are general guidelines that many brands utilize. Keep in mind that every baby develops differently, and some babies are ready for stage 2 before they are 7 months old, while others may not be ready until they are closer to 10 months old. Talk to your pediatrician to help guide you throughout the process, and remember that it’s important for babies to advance through the stages on their own time.

As a general rule of thumb, Stage 1 foods generally consist of a single ingredient purees and are ideal for babies ages 4-6 months. Stage 2 foods are best for babies ages 6-9 months and start to incorporate more than one ingredient. Stage 3 foods are for babies 9-12 months, and they feature a lot of different textures and new flavors. Stage 4 foods are for babies at least one year of age and typically indicate that table food can be introduced.

A note on heavy metals in baby food: If you’ve heard about concerns regarding heavy metals in baby food, it’s important to know that they are naturally occurring and enter the food supply from natural sources like soil, water and air. It is nearly impossible to completely avoid these metals, but parents can minimize the risk by feeding their baby a variety of foods. Opt for grain-based cereals and snacks instead of rice-based options and be sure to limit fruit juices. Our experts say you can and should keep giving carrots and sweet potatoes because they contain important nutrients, but given that they grow in the ground, they may naturally contain higher levels of heavy metals so be sure to serve them along with other fruits and vegetables.

To make sure you're giving your child the very best, we put several brands to the test through a panel of kids, moms and editors to see which organic baby food products are the best for your baby. We’ve also included information on what measures each brand is taking regarding minimizing heavy metals in their products. Here are the best organic baby foods of 2022:

Once Upon a Farm

Organic Fruit & Veggie Blend Baby Sampler

Once Upon A Farm

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Cerebelly

Organic Baby Puree Pouches

Cerebelly

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Holle USA

Organic Fruit Puree

Holle USA

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Happy Family Organics

Pouches & Jars

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Plum

Organics Pouches

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Serenity Kids

Organic Savory Veggies and Ethically Sourced Meats Variety Pack

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ALDI

Little Journey Pouches

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Amara

Organic Baby Food Pouches

Amara

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Gerber

Organic Pouches & Freshful Start

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Little Spoon

This subscription-based baby food service brings a unique twist to the traditional baby food we see on the market. Our nutrition pros appreciate that the organic baby blends feature nutritious ingredient combinations including chia seeds, buckwheat, pumpkin seed and hemp seeds. Plus, they offer a line of small packs called boosters that act as nutritional supplements to mix into your baby’s food that our mommy testers loved. You can select from four different types of boosters that are carefully sourced with vitamins, minerals, probiotics and organic produce.

Their line of Babyblends purees are now Clean Label Project verified, which tests for over 400 industrial environmental contaminants including heavy metals and more.

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Yumi

Blends

Yumi

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Tiny Organics

These organic baby and toddler meals are conveniently delivered to your door and are packed with super nutrients. Our nutrition pros and testers both love that Tiny products are free from the big 8 allergens. Curated by a team of chef and neonatal nutritionists, the meals are made fresh and shipped frozen. Their new Tiny Beginnings product line has six different plant-based baby meal options to choose from and is created for 4-8-month-olds.

When sourcing ingredients, Tiny's team shared with GH that they require the farmers to provide heavy metal tests on the lots from the year prior and when they harvest the new lot. The team also does internal lab tests on specific ingredients to make sure it is within the brand's specifications. All ingredients are all sustainably sourced within the US from local farms to reduce carbon footprint and are USDA-certified organic.

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How we tested

Registered dietitians in the Good Housekeeping Institute Nutrition Lab evaluated dozens of baby food products, specifically analyzing ingredient lists and nutrition labels. Our nutrition experts prioritized USDA Certified Organic options made with wholesome ingredients and free of artificial preservatives, colors or flavors. We also investigated efforts that the brands are making to minimize heavy metal exposure in their products. In addition to expert analysis, we recruited a panel of parents and little ones to provide real-life feedback on quality, variety, portion sizes, convenience, packaging and more. We’re confident that our top picks are the best organic baby food options to provide exceptional nourishment and quality.

Why trust Good Housekeeping?

As deputy director of the Good Housekeeping Institute Nutrition Lab for the past two years, Stefani Sassos, MS, RDN, CSO, CDN, NASM-CPT handles all nutrition content, product testing and evaluation. She stays up to date on the latest research to provide evidence-based reporting on all things diet and nutrition, and she also runs large-scale tests and analysis for products ranging from protein bars to supplements. She has a master's degree in clinical nutrition from New York University and has been a registered dietitian for six years, working in the clinical setting prior to Good Housekeeping and obtaining advanced credentials and board certifications in the nutrition field. As a new mom to a 6-month-old baby girl, Stefani is personally invested in thoroughly vetting and testing baby food products for her family and yours.

Stefani Sassos, M.S., R.D.N., C.S.O., C.D.N., NASM-CPT Nutrition Lab Deputy Director Stefani (she/her) is a registered dietitian, a NASM-certified personal trainer and the deputy director of the Good Housekeeping Institute Nutrition Lab, where she handles all nutrition- and fitness-related content, testing and evaluation.

Best Organic Baby Food (Budget-Friendly)

Learn which organic baby foods are the most flavorful, affordable, and easy to serve to baby. I’ll share options low in heavy metals, plus storage tips and organic baby food recipes, too.

Organic Baby Food

There can be so much pressure on all of us to feed baby the “right” foods from the start, and my goal with this post is to take some of the confusion out of it by vetting the top organic baby food brands for you.

I will cover everything from the best, most transparent baby food brands to money saving tips, storage tips, and even easy homemade recipes to try. Use the TOC below to skip right to the section you’re most interested in, or scroll down to read all the information.

And remember: There’s no one “right” way to feed a baby. There is a lot of nuance and variation that is normal and understandable since we each have our own unique contexts. I am a big believer in choosing a wide range of foods, whether organic, local, conventional, fresh, or frozen, and that fed is always best.

Organic Baby Food Brands

Below are some of the top organic baby food brands currently on the market. (Many of these are available in grocery stores and big-box stores, but some are only available directly on the brand’s website.)

All of these brands make organic Stage 1 baby foods, plus additional stages with mixed foods and textures. And some even do finger foods, too.

Cerebelly: This company was founded by a neurosurgeon and focuses on including nutrients that support baby’s brain development and growth. Their flavors are just yummy, too, and they have organic purees and snack bars for toddlers.
Happy Family Organics Clearly Crafted Line: The multi-grain cereals in this line are nice organic options, and they’re fortified with iron (which babies need), too.
Amara Organic Baby Food: We love this line of baby food since it comes in packets (less waste) and it has more texture than most other baby foods—so it feels more like homemade baby food in baby’s mouth.
Yumi Baby Food: Yumi is a certified organic mail-order company that has a broad range of textures and flavors, as well as fun partnerships with chefs. They deliver weekly.
Little Spoon: This baby food company is delivered to your door. They make pouches that are similar to what you’d make at home (only you don’t have to make them!) that need to be stored in the fridge or freezer. And you can choose Stage 1, 2, or 3 and up according to where your baby is in their solid-food journey.
Beech-Nut: This classic company makes an organic line of jars of single-ingredient baby foods as well as pouches, melts, and snack bars for older babies. They are widely available in grocery stores and are often well-priced.
Earth’s Best Organics: This organic baby food company is a staple in the baby food aisle. We like their multi-grain cereal and savory pouches.
Sprout Organics: We like the flavor blends from this organic baby food brand. They also make pouches, snacks, full meals, and smoothies.
Serenity Kids: This is an option if you’re looking for grain-free baby foods as they have many savory options that are nutrient-dense—and include flavors and ingredients that are less common in baby food (such as bison!).
Gerber: This widely available classic has an organic line. I prefer their multi-grain cereals to the rice-based ones, as they naturally tend to have lower risk for heavy metals. (They make organic and conventional versions, which are nutritionally similar but may differ in price.)

How to Save Money on Organic Baby Food

The easiest way to save money on baby food is to not feel like you have to buy 100% of your baby’s food—and instead use those purchased options as is helpful, then add in easy homemade foods that are similar to what you’re eating.

This can help feeding be both convenient and affordable.

Also: Always start with a small serving in a bowl and plan to store the rest for a future meal to prevent food waste. Offer food according to baby’s hunger, which may be more or less than you’re expecting.

Store your baby food safely in the fridge or freezer so it’s good to use again.

Organic Baby Food Snacks

When looking for baby snacks, which are useful to take on the go or to round out a meal, here are some of our go-to options. Consider using any of these that are made with rice as the first ingredient as an occasional snack (as rice tends to have the most concerns with potentially higher levels of arsenic).

Amara Organic Smoothie Melts
Serenity Kids Grain-Free Puffs
Plum Organics Puffs
Mission Mighty Me Peanut Puffs
Happy Baby Teether Crackers

TIP: Find my full list of Puffs for Babies with additional information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is organic baby food good for babies?

Organic baby food is an option for baby as long as it’s food they tolerate well and aren’t allergic too.

Which baby food brand is healthiest?

There isn’t one answer since what every individual means by “healthy” can vary so much. The brands included in this post are delicious options for baby.

What is the safest baby food brand?

Brands including Yumi and Cerebelly and more are transparent about ingredient sourcing and have more rigorous testing for heavy metals. But again, “safe” may mean something different to you and it’s important to remember that all food sold in stores has to follow general food safety guidelines.

Organic Baby Food Recipes

Below you’ll find our go-to homemade baby food recipes that you can make organic if you start with organic produce. You can use fresh organic produce or frozen organic produce, according to what you have available to you.

Depending on the season, frozen produce may be less expensive. You can also check with local farmers for options in your area, too.

10 No-Cook Homemade Baby Food Recipes

You'll choose ONE ingredient to blend up—a fruit, a veggie, or beans. See the list below. You can make enough for a few days or make a double batch to freeze more baby food for future weeks. The nutrition information will vary based on which ingredients you use.

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Easy Carrot Baby Food (Puree and BLW-Syle)

Turn fresh carrots into a simple, nourishing baby food for baby with this easy method to make Carrot Puree. Read the Notes for additional flavor options and storage information.

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Best Apple Puree (with Flavor Combinations + Storage Tips))

There’s no one right serving size for every child, so start with a smaller amount and offer more as indicated by baby. When they turn their head or close their mouth, end the meal—it’s usually pretty obvious when they want to be done!

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Easiest Pea Puree

The serving size for baby food can vary widely based on the age and appetite of the baby, so follow baby’s cues for being done—they will close their mouth and/or turn their head or start to fuss. End the meal when you see those things happen.

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So Easy Peanut Butter Puree

This fluffy peanut butter puree should have the consistency of yogurt and be easy for a baby to move around in their mouths. Remember to offer just a little at a time.

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Favorite Zucchini Baby Food

Learn the easiest way to make flavorful Zucchini Baby Food—with options for baby-led weaning zucchini and also zucchini puree—with one simple method. Plus: Find storage and serving tips.

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Favorite Sweet Potato Baby Food

You can serve this as wedges, a thick mash, or a thinner puree to your baby or toddler. (Adults will love the wedges, too!)

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So Easy Sliced Baked Apples

We like these apples warm or cold out of the fridge, so see what your kids like best!

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Easy Avocado Puree

This easy baby food is rich in healthy fats, super smooth, and has a mellow flavor. This is a great puree to make when you’re eating something like tacos…so you can have some too!

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Easy Pear Puree (Plus Easy Storage Tips)

Use ripe pears—they should give just a little to the touch and smell like a pear—for the best flavor in this puree. Some babies may want a few spoonful, some a bowlful. Follow baby’s cues to determine the right amount for them.

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Best Tips

To save money, use a mix of purchased and homemade baby food as you can according to your budget and time.
A reusable pouch can be a helpful way to offer baby food purees.
For more information on heavy metal concerns with any brand, look to their website. (It is often in the FAQ section.) The easiest way to lower concerns about heavy metals in baby food is to simply serve a mix of foods (ingredients and brands) over the course of the week.

Offer a small amount of food to start to avoid food waste, and allow food according to baby’s hunger.
Learn more about Starting Solids for guidance on the entire phase.

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