Baby-Led Weaning Meal Plan for a 9-Month-Old Baby

Ingredients:

• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped spinach
• 1 tablespoon grated cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions:

Beat the egg in a bowl. Stir in the chopped spinach and cheese. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and pour in the egg mixture. Cook until set on one side, then flip and cook through. Let it cool, then cut into small squares or strips suitable for your baby's grasp.

Potential Allergens:

Eggs and dairy (if using cheese). Monitor for any allergic reactions.

Choking Hazard Warnings:

Ensure the omelette is soft and cut into appropriate sizes.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup milk (or breast milk/formula)
• 1 small mashed banana
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• Fruit puree (apple, pear, or berries) for topping

Instructions:

Mix the flour and baking powder in a bowl. Add milk and mashed banana; stir until smooth. Cook small pancakes on a non-stick pan over medium heat until golden. Cool slightly and cut into strips. Serve with fruit puree spread thinly on top.

Potential Allergens:

Dairy and wheat. Be cautious if introducing these for the first time.

Choking Hazard Warnings:

Ensure pancakes are soft and cut into manageable pieces.

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup small pasta shapes (like macaroni or penne)
• 1/2 ripe avocado
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• Optional: small pinch of minced garlic

Instructions:

Cook pasta according to package instructions until very soft. In a bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice and garlic (if using) until smooth. Drain pasta and mix with the avocado sauce. Ensure the mixture is cool before serving.

Potential Allergens:

Wheat (from pasta). Ensure avocado is not causing any reactions.

Choking Hazard Warnings:

Make sure pasta is soft and pieces are small enough for your baby to handle safely.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 pound ground chicken
• 1/4 cup finely grated apple
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg yolk

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well. Form small, soft meatballs. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through. Cool before serving to your baby, cutting into halves if necessary.

Potential Allergens:

Eggs and wheat (from breadcrumbs). Monitor for allergic reactions.

Choking Hazard Warnings:

Ensure meatballs are soft and appropriately sized. Always supervise during eating.

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup grated zucchini
• 1/4 cup grated carrot
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Instructions:

In a bowl, combine grated zucchini, carrot, onion, egg, and flour. Mix well to form a batter. Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Spoon small portions of the batter onto the pan, flattening slightly to form fritters. Cook until golden on both sides. Allow to cool before serving, ensuring they are soft enough for your baby to handle.

Potential Allergens:

Eggs and wheat (from flour). Monitor for any signs of allergies.

Choking Hazard Warnings:

Ensure fritters are soft and cut into manageable pieces. Always supervise during eating.

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe banana, mashed
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/4 cup milk (breast milk, formula, or cow's milk if approved)
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 cup fresh blueberries (halved if large)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix the mashed banana, milk, and egg until well combined. Add the flour and baking powder, mixing until just combined. Gently fold in the blueberries. Spoon the batter into a greased mini muffin tin. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool before serving.

Potential Allergens:

Eggs, dairy, and wheat. Monitor for any allergic reactions.

Choking Hazard Warnings:

Ensure muffins are soft and break into smaller pieces if needed. Always supervise during eating.

Ingredients:

• 1 small sweet potato, peeled and diced
• 1/4 cup cooked black beans (no salt added)
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
• 1 tablespoon whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Instructions:

Boil the sweet potato until soft, then mash in a bowl. Mash the black beans separately and combine with the sweet potato. Stir in the chopped onion and flour to bind the mixture. Form into small patties. Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat and cook patties until golden on both sides. Allow to cool before serving, ensuring they are soft enough for your baby to handle.

Potential Allergens:

Wheat (from flour). Monitor for any signs of allergies.

Choking Hazard Warnings:

Ensure patties are soft and appropriately sized. Always supervise during eating.