by a.ker | Jul 8, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
A yummy bowl of raspberry oats which are super easy to make and takes just 8 minutes! Ingredients 8 fresh raspberries (can use frozen) ½ cup of oats 1 cup of whole milk Method Add your raspberries to the pan on a medium to low heat and mash up and let cook for 2...
by a.ker | Jul 8, 2020 | New Posts, Nourishment & Recipes
Carrots are rich in beta-carotene which is converted to vitamin A in the body. Making this cake extra nutritious! Ingredients 2 eggs 125g melted unsalted butter 175g self-raising flour 2 tsp ground cinnamon ½ tsp mixed spice 4 tbsp agave nectar 75g sultanas 1 large...
by a.ker | Jul 8, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
You can buy normal porridge oats for your baby, if you want baby to have a smoother texture simply blitz the oats in a blender. Ingredients 40g oats 100g yoghurt or 2 tbsp 1 egg 1 tbsp agave nectar (optional) 1 tsp milled seeds (optional) 80g raspberries Method Mix...
by a.ker | Jul 8, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
Coconut milk is full of healthy essential good fats for babies brain development, insulation, and for the benefit of their skin. Ingredients 75g rice 1 can of coconut milk 400ml of whole milk or plant based alternative 2 tbsp agave nectar Method Add all of your...
by a.ker | Jul 6, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
2 tablespoons of chia seeds contain 5 times more calcium than milk and three times more iron! Ingredients 3 tbsp chia seeds 125ml whole milk or plant based alternative 1 tsp agave nectar (or you can use vanilla essence, honey*, fruit syrup) Method Add all of your...
by a.ker | Jul 6, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
Cinnamon is a fabulous antioxidant and an anti-inflammatory. It can also help improve digestion. Ingredients 475g self-raising flour 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp mixed spice ½ tsp salt (omit for under 1s) 1 and ½ tbsp unsalted butter 1 medium egg 250ml whole milk 100g...
by a.ker | Jul 6, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
Ingredients 200ml coconut milk & 200ml water 200g split red lentils 1 white onion 1 garlic cloves 1tsp medium curry powder 1tsp ground cumin 1tsp ground coriander 1tsp turmeric ¼ tsp chilli powder (optional) ½ can chopped tomatoes Method Finely dice your...
by a.ker | Jul 6, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
Ingredients 1 onion 500g chicken breast 1 pot korma paste (3 tbsp) 250 ml coconut cream 1 tsp ground ginger 300ml low salt chicken stock cube 3 tbsp Greek yoghurt Method Cook the chicken with a dash of olive oil until the chicken is golden. Add all the ingredients...
by a.ker | Jul 6, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
Okra rocks because it is packed with vitamin C and K. Ingredients 40g oats 100g yoghurt or 2 tbsp 1 egg 1 tbsp agave nectar (optional) 1 tsp milled seeds (optional) 80g raspberries Method Heat oil and add 250g of frozen/fresh okra to a frying pan (if fresh and whole...
by a.ker | Jul 6, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
Vitamin A packed Vegan Curry. Ingredients 1 medium sweet potato 1 red pepper 3 small red onions or 1 large 1 tin chopped tomatoes 1 tin red kidney beans 1 & ½ tsp smoked paprika 1 & ½ tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground cinnamon ¼ tsp mild chilli powder (optional)...
by a.ker | Jul 6, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
Ingredients 2 packed measuring cups of spinach 1 packed cup of basil ¼ cup olive oil 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 garlic clove ¼ tsp salt (omit for under 1s) Pinch black pepper 25g parmesan cheese Method Set your oven to 150 degrees (fan). Lightly whisk 2 eggs in a bowl, then...
by a.ker | Jul 6, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
Delicious, creamy and healthy, packed with spinach which helps keep baby hydrated. Ingredients 150g chestnut mushrooms 1 large white onion 3 garlic cloves 1 litre of vegetable stock 300g risotto rice 2 tsp garlic & herb seasoning 3 large handfuls of spinach 1 tbsp...
by a.ker | Jul 6, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
A hearty, healthy veggie stew, packed full of goodness. Ingredients 1 tbs olive oil 1 red onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, chopped small 2 sweet potatoes (medium) 1 courgette, chopped 1 teaspoon ground coriander A small hand-full of fresh coriander 2 Tbs tomato puree 1...
by a.ker | Jul 6, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
Beetroot has super powers, its high in vitamin C, Potassium, Iron and Fibre. Ingredients 1 Cooked Beetroot 1 Ripe Banana 1/2 cup milk (or milk alternative) 3/4 cup self raising flour 1 level Teaspoon baking powder Method Blend all ingredients together until smooth....
by a.ker | Jul 6, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
Soup can hide many nutritious veggies. Pre-Load Spoons for BLW. Ingredients 1 tbs olive oil 1 red onion, diced 3 cloves of garlic, minced 2 sticks celery, chopped 1 courgette, chopped 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 1 1/2 cups butternut squash, chopped 1 cup red lentils...
by a.ker | Jul 6, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
Chickpeas are an excellent source of protein, they have a variety of health benefits. Ingredients 1 can of chickpeas 1 garlic clove 1 medium grated carrot ½ medium grated red onion 1 handful of baby spinach 1 tsp garlic and herb seasoning ½ tsp black pepper ½ tsp...
by a.ker | Jul 6, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
Broccoli is very high in Vitamin C and is a great source of soluble fibre. This makes broccoli a great food for babies. Ingredients 2tbsp unsalted butter 1tsp garlic & herb seasoning 2tbsp all-purpose flour 1 cup of whole milk 70g grated cheddar 30g parmesan...
by a.ker | Jul 6, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
Babies and toddlers need Omega-3 Fatty Acids like DHA. Tuna is a great source to help with growth and development. Ingredients 1 tin of tuna drained 100g self-raising flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 egg ½ tsp black pepper 50g grated cheese 80ml whole milk 1 tsp pesto 50g...
by a.ker | Jul 6, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
Soaked Chia seed is soft and gentle on the stomach, a nutritious. Ingredients ½ cup of oats ½ cup of whole milk 2 tbsp whole milk yoghurt 1 tbsp chia seeds 1 pouch of pear puree 1 pear Method Mix all the above together (minus the pear) and leave overnight in the...
by a.ker | Jul 6, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
Did you know, blueberries are ranked number one in antioxidant health benefits. Making them a tasty superfood for babies! Ingredients 1 frozen banana 150ml whole milk or plant based alternative Handful of frozen blueberries Desired toppings Method Add 100ml of milk to...
by a.ker | Jul 6, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
Milk roll is a great first bread for babies, it contains 29mg of calcium per slice and has only 0.18g of salt. Remember, your child should have no more than 1g of salt a day. Ingredients 1 egg 2 slices of milk roll (or any bread) splash of whole milk ½ tsp ground...
by a.ker | Jul 5, 2020 | Nourishment & Recipes
Did you know, introducing an allergen food, such as peanuts, to your child as soon as possible can decrease the risk of a peanut allergy? Ingredients 1 banana 2 eggs 3 tbsp oats ½ tbsp smooth peanut butter Method Mash your banana with the back of a fork Add your eggs...
by a.ker | Dec 9, 2019 | New Posts, Nourishment & Recipes
Sharing is caring and we want to offer some delicious easy and healthy breakfast ideas for your baby, toddler, big kid or even yourself. We are so lucky to get tagged in on so many gorgeous images of food served in our EasyMats, So It’s an opportunity to...
by a.ker | Jun 28, 2019 | Hacks and Tips
Choking, Weaning and Sit Chop Chew: Preventing Choking in Children Choking is a major concern for parents. In a recent Mini First Aid survey, over 60% of parents told us that choking in children is their number one fear. This is a particular focus around the time you...
by a.ker | May 28, 2019 | Baby Led Weaning, New Posts
Baby Led Weaning (BLW) – A Starter Guide What is Baby-led weaning? When to begin BLW? 4-6 months Is your baby ready? Preparing for BLW Shop Now It is no secret that baby led weaning can give parents sleepless nights. However, nothing compares to the joy of watching...
by a.ker | Mar 4, 2019 | New Posts, Nourishment & Recipes
10 Best Foods To Get Started With Baby Led Weaning When getting started with baby led weaning, it can seem like there’s a whole world of new information and ideas to explore – how do you decide which road to take? After working in this field for a few years now, I...
by a.ker | Feb 4, 2019 | Hacks and Tips, New Posts
5 Amazing Hacks For Your IKEA Antilop Highchair I’ve written before about the popularity of the IKEA Antilop highchair – it’s by far the most commonly used high chair amongst the customers I’ve spoken to in the last couple of years. This is why we created an EasyMat...
by a.ker | Jan 28, 2019 | Hacks and Tips
How To Introduce Cutlery When Weaning Your Baby Regardless of whether you’re following the baby led weaning (BLW) or traditional weaning route, it’s never too early to start your little one on cutlery set perfect for their size. Tips for introducing cutlery Have the...
by a.ker | Jan 21, 2019 | Hacks and Tips
EasyMat Hacks – 5 Amazing Alternate Uses Of The EasyMat Just because your baby led weaning days are over, doesn’t mean you have to ditch the mats or store them somewhere ‘just in case’ another child comes along. The design of our mats makes them ideal for many...
by a.ker | Jan 14, 2019 | Hacks and Tips
11 Baby Led Weaning Tips From Real Mums Are you thinking about baby led weaning? Maybe you’ve started weaning and you would like some help to make it go smoothly? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Read on for top tips from 11 real mums who have been...
by a.ker | Jan 7, 2019 | Nourishment & Recipes
Cow’s Milk Protein Allergy (CMPA) – what is it and how can we manage it? For many parents, before having a little one with a cow’s milk protein allergy (CMPA), we’d never really thought about what it entailed. Most of us have heard of lactose and gluten intolerances....
by a.ker | May 30, 2018 | Nourishment & Recipes
7 Foods with More Nutrients for Your Baby As your baby begins to crawl, walk and talk their nutritional needs will be developing too. This is an important time to ensure your child is eating well and getting all the nutrients they require. We understand it can be hard...
by a.ker | Feb 15, 2018 | Baby Led Weaning, Nourishment & Recipes
7 Signs Your Baby is Ready for Solid Foods Most babies are ready to start eating solid foods around 6 months old, but how can you be sure that your little one is ready? Each child varies and different babies are developmentally ready for solids at different times. If...
