Parent Support Programs

Stage 1: single, ingredient purees - $100 / Class
• Introduce simple, single-ingredient purees to your baby
• Teach parents how to make simple purees
• Provide advice on what ingredients should be utilized in meals
• Teach cooking methods such as steaming, boiling, baking, and blending
• Provide advice on feeding techniques
• Teach how to properly package, label and store baby food

Stage 2: Texture Progression - $100 / Class
• Begin to introduce thicker textures
• Help your baby experience different textures and develop their oral motor skills
• Menu planning

Stage 3: Combination Purees - $100 / Class
• Introduce combination purees by mixing different fruits, vegetables, grains, or proteins This adds variety to your baby's diet and exposes them to different flavors and nutrients
• Introduce soft finger foods that are safe for your baby
• Encourage self-feeding and allow your baby to explore different textures and practice their fine motor skills, increasing complexity
• Start introducing finely chopped or minced foods to help your baby transition to more adult-like textures.
• Continue expanding the variety of fruits, vegetables, grains, and proteins in your baby's diet to provide a well-rounded nutritional intake.