Getting the Hang Of It!

So, as expected, as Everleigh is getting bigger, older and more active, she is much more into the finger foods! She still likes to be spoon fed, for the most part, and I am all too happy to oblige. But we mix it up now. I am also much more liberal with what I offer her and allow her to have. I hate to think that something she has eaten will make her feel bad later or upset her tummy, so I still introduce pretty slowly, one new food at a time. But since she is 9 months and 2 weeks old now, I know that there are only a few foods that are off limits. I try to keep salt and sugar out of her diet as much as possible. I try to be sure she eats fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins, and dairy every day. She eats three meals a day and sometimes a snack before or after dinner. It's really fun to see her try a new food and like it. It's really fun to create little baby friendly meals. For the most part, I don't need to puree anymore, but I know she still enjoys purees too, so I haven't put away the food processor. I have decided that 9 months is my favorite age so far. She is incredibly active and literally learns something new every day. She has so much personality and she has such a sweet heart.

I posted recently about the spinach and asparagus puree and thought it would make a nice sauce. Since E is eating pasta and chicken now I decided to try it out and created a complete wholesome little dinner for her. I just thawed out some of the green puree and tossed it in warmed rotini pasta and chicken. She also had cottage cheese for the first time that night so that was mixed into her pasta a bit as well. I will continue to prepare and adapt this dish for her as she gets older.


Looks like pesto! Add some salt, garlic, and Parmesan cheese,
and you have a great quickie mommy and daddy dinner too!