Adventures in solids

So I'm feeding E solids (purees or mashed food, really) and learning as I go. It's funny how I used to think parents were experts. Then again, maybe my parents were, because I was their fourth kid ;)

I've learned that E prefers avocado to just about everything, although he also likes banana (but not frozen), sweet potato, pear, and butternut squash (though it must be pureed enough, and if frozen, it must be frozen in a closed container, not an open-air ice cube tray). It's best to give him something to play with (a block, etc.) as he eats. That will make him open his mouth spontaneously. Also, he prefers to have his mouth wiped with a napkin, rather than a bib. I got a little banana in his nose this morning, but he forgave me (and I got it out).

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judy in ky said…
That made me giggle... a little banana in the nose... I'm glad he forgave you!
8:01 PM
Anonymous said…
I still get food up my nose occasionally. Apparently, E and I have about the same eating skills :) I think it's great that he's developed such individual tastes.
7:55 AM
Anonymous said…
I prefer avocado to just about everything, too. ;)
8:31 AM
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