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Lucy’s Food Lookouts<\/h2>\n

Feeding your little one can feel overwhelming, but it doesn\u2019t have to be. From choosing wholesome ingredients to introducing exciting flavours and textures, small steps can make a big difference. Here\u2019s how to make smart, balanced choices that nourish your child, support healthy habits, and help them enjoy a lifetime of adventurous eating.<\/span><\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n

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Simple ingredients. <\/strong>Look for products made with whole foods, such as vegetables, grains, and\/or proteins. For example, at the top of Tilda Taste Travellers\u2019 ingredients list, you\u2019ll find rice and vegetables.<\/p>\n

Keep an eye on sneaky sugar. <\/strong>Added sugars can sneak into baby and children\u2019s food in the form of fruit pur\u00e9es and concentrates. Choosing balanced options that contain carbohydrates (such as grains), vegetables, and a source of protein (like beans, pulses, meat or fish) means you\u2019ll be hitting key nutrients and helping keep your little one full.<\/p>\n

Go easy on salt. <\/strong>Babies and toddlers don\u2019t need added salt, so it\u2019s essential to check labels carefully. Ranges like Tilda Taste Travellers are naturally lower in salt but still full of flavour.<\/p>\n

Think about texture. <\/strong>By 7\u20139 months, it\u2019s essential that meals transition beyond smooth pur\u00e9es, as babies have a critical window of opportunity for texture progression. Family foods and products which contain a mixture of textures \u2013 like soft rice and vegetables \u2013 will support skill development, like learning to chew.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

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Introduce new flavours early. <\/strong>It\u2019s a myth that kids\u2019 food should be plain or bland.\u00a0 Offering herbs and mild spices can support little ones to accept the range of flavours found in family foods and become more adventurous eaters. Child-friendly versions of Thai green curry or Japanese Katsu curry are gentle ways to explore global tastes.<\/p>\n

Get savvy with snacks.<\/strong> Children should start introducing snacks from 1 year of age. Rather than being associated with a specific type of food, snack times should be viewed as an opportunity to fuel up and offer nutrition. Melty sticks, rice cakes, and puffs can be handy on the go, but they don\u2019t replace balanced snacks. Try to combine food groups, e.g., a carbohydrate, protein, and fruit or vegetable for a balanced snack (like a \u2018mini meal\u2019).<\/p>\n

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Check portion sizes. <\/strong>Packs are often bigger than your little one needs in a single sitting. You can split a pouch, save some for later and serve it alongside fresh fruit, veg, or other whole foods. Remember, the best judge of your child\u2019s portion is their appetite that day, not a pack or plate size!<\/p>\n

Balance convenience with fresh whole foods. <\/strong>Packaged meals are useful for busy moments, but fresh fruit, yoghurt, cheese, chopped veg, extra proteins (like fish, meat or eggs) can round them out. A quick pouch can be elevated with a handful of fresh extras to make a balanced plate.<\/p>\n

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Hunt for legitimate health credentials. <\/strong>Some \u201cbaby\u201d versions of everyday foods can be more expensive without offering better nutritional value. Look for options with transparent and legitimate on-pack health claims, such as \u201c2 of 5-a-day\u201d and \u201clow in salt\u201d, rather than ambiguous claims like \u201cfull of goodness\u201d.<\/p>\n

Mix things up. <\/strong>Rotate flavours, textures and foods so your child gets used to variety. Combining convenient options from trusted brands with home-cooked foods can support balanced habits and help offer plenty of variety even when time poor!<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n

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