How to make your own baby food
  • 1. What is the recommended age to start introducing solid foods, including homemade baby food?
A) Around 3 months
B) Around 9 months
C) Around 12 months
D) Around 6 months
  • 2. Which of the following is a good first food to introduce?
A) Spicy salsa
B) Chocolate pudding
C) Avocado
D) Fried chicken
  • 3. What is the most important consideration when preparing homemade baby food?
A) Cost
B) Food safety
C) Visual appeal
D) Taste
  • 4. Which method is best for cooking vegetables to retain the most nutrients?
A) Steaming
B) Boiling
C) Frying
D) Roasting
  • 5. What texture should baby food be when first starting solids?
A) Chunky
B) Completely solid
C) Very smooth puree
D) Slightly lumpy
  • 6. How should you test the temperature of baby food?
A) By blowing on it
B) On your inner wrist
C) By tasting it with the same spoon you will feed the baby
D) By using a thermometer in the food
  • 7. What should you do if your baby refuses a particular food?
A) Try again another day
B) Give up on that food forever
C) Force them to eat it
D) Add sugar or salt
  • 8. Which of these should you NEVER add to baby food?
A) Honey
B) Nutmeg
C) Cinnamon
D) Turmeric
  • 9. How long can you store homemade baby food in the refrigerator?
A) 5 days
B) 1 week
C) 2 weeks
D) 1-2 days
  • 10. How long can you store homemade baby food in the freezer?
A) 6-12 months
B) 1 week
C) 1-2 months
D) 3-4 days
  • 11. What is a good way to freeze baby food in individual portions?
A) Ice cube trays
B) Large containers
C) Paper cups
D) Plastic bags
  • 12. When introducing new foods, how long should you wait before introducing another?
A) 1 week
B) 2 weeks
C) 3-5 days
D) 1 day
  • 13. Why is it important to wait before introducing new foods?
A) To save money on groceries
B) To make meal planning easier
C) To prevent picky eating
D) To check for allergies
  • 14. Which of these foods is a common allergen?
A) Sweet potatoes
B) Peanuts
C) Apples
D) Green beans
  • 15. What is the best way to thaw frozen baby food?
A) In the microwave without stirring
B) On the counter
C) In the refrigerator
D) In hot water
  • 16. Can you refreeze thawed baby food?
A) Yes, if it was thawed quickly
B) No
C) Yes, as long as it still smells good
D) Yes, if it was thawed in the refrigerator
  • 17. What is a good source of iron for babies?
A) White bread
B) Fruit juice
C) Fortified infant cereal
D) Cow's milk
  • 18. Why is it important to introduce a variety of foods?
A) To impress other parents
B) To make feeding time more exciting
C) To increase the baby's appetite
D) To ensure balanced nutrition
  • 19. What should you do if your baby gags on a new food?
A) Panic and call 911
B) Give them water immediately
C) Let them work it out themselves
D) Slap them on the back
  • 20. Is it okay to use spices in baby food?
A) Only salt and pepper
B) Yes, in small amounts
C) No, never
D) Yes, any amount is fine
  • 21. What type of water should you use for making baby food?
A) Well water
B) Sparkling water
C) Tap water that has been boiled
D) Bottled water (any kind)
  • 22. Which is the most important tool for pureeing food?
A) Potato masher
B) Knife and fork
C) Blender or food processor
D) Spoon
  • 23. What should you avoid when preparing meat for baby food?
A) Adding salt
B) Pureeing it
C) Adding spices
D) Boiling it
  • 24. Which fruit should you cook before pureeing for a baby?
A) Mangoes
B) Apples
C) Avocados
D) Bananas
  • 25. What does organic mean when it comes to baby food ingredients?
A) Grown without pesticides
B) Always tastes better
C) Guaranteed to be more nutritious
D) More expensive
  • 26. What's a good way to introduce different textures?
A) Give only liquids
B) Gradually make purees chunkier
C) Avoid all lumps
D) Start with hard foods
  • 27. What is the danger of nitrates in some vegetables for young babies?
A) Leads to allergies
B) Causes digestive problems
C) Causes skin rashes
D) Can interfere with oxygen in the blood
  • 28. Which vegetables should you use caution with, regarding nitrates?
A) Broccoli and cauliflower
B) Sweet potatoes and squash
C) Carrots and peas
D) Spinach and beets
  • 29. What’s an important step when introducing finger foods?
A) Offer large pieces of tough meat
B) Make sure they are soft and easily mashed
C) Give whole nuts
D) Choose hard, round foods like grapes
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