Freezing and defrosting baby food

[Gemma & Jake]

Hi I have just started weaning Jake over the last few days. I am going to cook some carrot in a minute, puree it and freeze it in ice cube trays with lids. Does anyone know how long I can keep veg and fruit in the freezer for and when I defrost it do I have to let it thaw on the side or can I pop it straight in the microwave to defrost and heat it. Also if later on I start freezing pureed meals such as meat and potatoes does the same also apply to that. Thanks for your replies in advance

Oh yeah and when you puree just one item of veg on it's own what type of liquid do you add to it to make it puree nicely?

 

[hananhmiller]

Hi

I puree my fruit and veg with a little formula milk as you cant use cows milk until 6 months. Fruit and Veg can be kept in the freezer for 4 - 6 months. Meat is about 3 months. I asked my HV all these questions at a weaning class a few weeks ago.

I then take two cubes out of the freezer and pop them in the microwave for 45 sec to a min and then allow to cool slightly before giving to the baby. Stir well so no hot spots.

Hope that helps

Hannah X

Where in plymouth are you? I am from Tavistock