Breastmilk chia seed pudding
So much nutritional goodness right here! It’s perfect for families who choose the purées approach and those who choose the Baby Led Weaning approach for their 6+ month old baby, which by the way, you CAN do both. I go into more detail in my live virtual BLW workshop (sign up here).
Chia seeds have omega 3 fatty acids, which is great for baby’s brain development as well as fiber
I know some may ask if chia seeds are a choking hazard for babies but nope! Especially when mixed with a liquid (like breastmilk), it makes it smooth and gelatinous.
You can use a banana as a natural sweetener with a boost of nutrients or you can omit it since breastmilk is naturally sweet or use other fruit. You can add a variety of spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, even cocoa powder which are all great for baby! I just wouldn’t add sugar. You could also add flaxseed or hemp seeds to really boost the nutrition Even put some peanut butter to expose them to the peanut allergen.
Ingredients:
-3oz breastmilk
-1/2 banana (or you could try other fruit)
-1 tbsp chia seeds
Directions:
Mash banana and mix all ingredients. Let sit in the fridge for 1-2+ hrs until the chia seeds have absorbed all the milk and it’s a pudding consistency. Then let your baby eat it
WARNING: you will find chia seeds in their poop
What have you made with breastmilk?