The 10 best foods for babies

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Avocados

Avocado, a popular first food among BabyCenter parents, is rich in healthy unsaturated fats that promote brain development and has a fat composition similar to that of breast milk.

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Bananas

With its abundance of potassium, fiber, vitamins B6 and C, and magnesium, this convenient fruit makes a great grab-and-go snack.

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Blueberries

Packed with flavonoids that promote eye, brain, and urinary tract health, blueberries are a rich source of antioxidants.

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Broccoli

Broccoli is a nutrient-rich vegetable that can expand your baby's tastes and encourage a love of green vegetables.

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Lentils

Lentils, a cheap and protein-packed legume, make a pleasing mush for baby bites and are rich in fiber.

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Meat

Red and dark poultry meat are ideal first foods for babies due to their high protein, zinc, and easily absorbable iron content.

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Prunes

Add pureed prunes to your baby's diet to aid digestion and keep things moving, as they are soft, sweet, full of fiber, and can help with constipation.

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Sweet potatoes

Sweet potatoes, popular first foods for babies, are rich in beta-carotene, vitamin C, and minerals like iron and copper.

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Winter squash

Winter squashes like butternut, acorn, and pumpkin are rich in beta-carotene, great for eyes, and vitamin C, with a creamy texture and natural sweetness.

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Yogurt

Introduce plain whole-milk yogurt to your baby at 4 to 6 months for healthy bones and teeth, choosing a brand with live cultures and necessary calories from fat.

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