Pouches are great containers for baby food because they are convenient and easy to use. Baby food aisles are now filled with these so you can always grab and go. However, throwing these away after every meal can result in a mountain of garbage. The cost can also be prohibitive given the volume that you need. Many parents are making their own baby food to ensure that it has healthy ingredients while reducing cost and minimizing waste. You can place these in reusable pouches and give them to your child during feeding time. Check the following before making a purchase:
Nontoxic
The container should be safe to use with nontoxic materials and high manufacturing standards. You should have no fear putting baby food inside knowing that your little one is in good hands. Check the brand and make sure that it is one of the more recognizable names in the product category. Look for the place of manufacturing to gauge the standards.
Spill-proof
The pouch will contain soft food and liquids. It should have a lid that is resistant to spills. This way, you can put in anything you want and bring pouches everywhere without fear. Place them in your bag when you travel or simply have them lay on tables knowing that the contents are secure until squeezed and ready to eat.
Washable
Since these are meant to multiple uses, you should get items that are easy to wash. Beware of corners where food might get stuck. It would be a pain to insert a small brush to remove those every single time. Transparent items are great because you can see how clean or dirty it is from the outside. The pouch should be able to withstand frequent washing without coming apart.
Freezer-safe
Making baby food on a daily basis can take a lot of time and energy. Parents often prepare a big batch once or twice a week and refrigerate the rest. Some will even freeze the food to prevent bacterial growth and lengthen the lifespan. Find freezer-safe reusable pouches if you intend to do this. Let the frozen food thaw adequately before consumption.
Attractive
Babies are picky eaters. Parents have to be creative in enticing them to start their meals. A colorful and attractive container can help them connect eating with fun and cool things. You can find designs that are meant to attract toddlers such as animal prints, superhero graphics, and the like.
Reusable pouches can make parenting a bit easier if you find good ones for your kids.
