Hi Martina,
I wondered if I could ask you a few questions about BLW? Sometimes, things can get a bit lost in the thread, and I know you've already done it once... Hope that's ok.
I'm apprehensive about gagging and choking... I know it's best to offer stick shape pieces at first, but how big is too big if he manages to suck off a chunk and therefore will be at risk for choking and similarly how small is too small? That's what I'm struggling with a bit. So if a piece breaks off, I'm not sure whether to let him keep handling it, or take it away. I gave him apple this morning with the skin on - presume that's ok? Same with pears? (I got organic so just gave them a quick rinse). I also thought it was easier to cut the apples into quarters and quarters again, rather than sticks. Seemed a bit more sturdy and easy to hold (?)
I've tried cheddar sticks too, but they break really easily. So would a good alternative be Edam or something a bit more rubbery?
Also, if I try yogurt, or porridge, or something sloppy, do I offer him a spoon?
I bought a bag of baby rice cakes, which are round, not sticks. He seems quite keen on sucking them, but again, they then break into bits and I don't know what to do!
Finally, if you steam, say carrots and broccoli, how long will they be ok for refrigerated do you know? Or is it best to cook with a view to eating as soon as cool?
Any help much appreciated. Thanks very much,
A