#asktheexpert please suggest some finger food recipies for my 9 and half month old baby.

2 Answers

ExpertDr Bandana JoshiAyurvedic Physician1 Year ago

A. You can give thin slices of fruits salads give puffed rice to the baby as all these food items develop habit of chewing abd you can cook idli let the baby eat by hand it will also help

POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy1 Year ago

A. Here are some easy and nutritious finger food ideas for a 9-and-a-half-month-old baby: 1. **Sweet Potato Wedges**: Roast sweet potato wedges until soft and slightly crispy. They are easy for little hands to hold and chew. 2. **Soft Veggie Sticks**: Steam carrot, zucchini, or bell pepper sticks until tender. They should be soft enough for your baby to gum and chew. 3. **Banana Oat Cookies**: Mix mashed banana with oats and bake small cookies. These are soft and can be easily held by little fingers. 4. **Avocado Toast**: Spread mashed avocado on whole grain toast cut into small, manageable pieces. The avocado provides healthy fats and is easy to chew. 5. **Mini Muffins**: Bake muffins with ingredients like mashed fruit (banana, apple) and finely chopped veggies (carrot, spinach). Make sure they are soft and cut into small pieces. 6. **Cheese Cubes**: Offer small, soft cheese cubes or shredded cheese. Choose a mild cheese like mozzarella. 7. **Soft Boiled Egg Pieces**: Cut soft-boiled eggs into small, bite-sized pieces. They are a good source of protein. 8. **Fruit Pieces**: Offer small pieces of soft fruits like ripe pear, peaches, or melon. Make sure the pieces are small enough to avoid choking hazards. Remember to supervise your baby while eating to ensure they are safe and not at risk of choking.