In this episode of the Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast, Amanda shares her experiences and tips on introducing baby food to her children. She discusses her approach to using purees versus baby-led weaning for the sake of sanity and safety. Amanda outlines her process for preparing and storing home-made baby food, emphasizing the use of whole foods and the importance of nutrition. She also touches on broader family food choices, including avoiding food dyes and enriched folic acid. Amanda encourages moms to do what works best for them, avoiding the pressure of comparisons while making gradual, manageable changes to improve family nutrition.

00:00 Introduction to the Crunchy Farm Mom Podcast

00:56 New Year Reflections and Routine Adjustments

03:07 Feeding Babies: Purees vs. Baby-Led Weaning

05:53 Homemade Baby Food: Tips and Techniques

18:00 Introducing Whole Foods to Babies

22:53 Challenges and Goals for 2026

30:08 Encouragement for Moms: You're Doing Great!

35:42 Conclusion and Resources

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