Uncle Tobys Oats Quick Sachets Hi Fibre

If you’re looking for an oat-rageously quick brekkie, Uncle Tobys Oats Quick Sachets Hi Fibre are here to save the day, but will they leave your wallet feeling a little seedy? Let’s find out in this week’s Chewsday Review.

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Bubs Organic Rice Cereal

It’s been a while since I’ve reviewed a baby rice cereal, so today I bring you Bub’s Organic Rice Cereal.

It seems that rice cereal creates some unnecessary hysteria, and there’s lots of misinformation floating around. I’m here to clear that up.

As a paediatric dietitian who supports both puree and baby-led weaning approaches to introducing solids, I say you absolutely can introduce rice cereal in solids, if you want to. If you’re a parent who prefers not to use rice cereal, that’s fine too (though this review probably isn’t for you!). If you’re a parent who has no clue what to do, then this review might help, and I’d love to invite you to join Baby Mealtimes too.

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Heinz Pureed Apple & Oatmeal

This week we’re back in the baby food aisle, but I’m reviewing a jar of baby food instead of the usual pouch! Let’s see what Heinz Puree Apple and Oatmeal adds to the market.

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Baby Mum-Mum Rice Rusk

This week we’re back in the baby food aisle with Baby Mum-Mum First Rice Rusks in vegetable flavour. Baby Mum-Mum rusks have a bite and dissolve texture, so are a little different to more traditional, firm teething rusks. These are a popular option for the nappy bag, so let’s take a closer look.

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Tip Top Raisin Toast

Let me guess, someone once told you that you shouldn’t eat fruit toast because it’s full of sugar? If you’re worrying about offering your kids fruit toast this week’s review is for you… and just FYI this is (as always) an unsponsored post.

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Pediasure

  • Recently I’ve seen Pediasure powder being advertised EVERYWHERE. Pediasure is a medical nutrition supplement, and I feel very uncomfortable seeing it marketed to parents on TV or by influencers on social media. As a paediatric dietitian I have prescribed Pediasure and other nutrition supplement drinks for patients in the past, but these have been for cases of malnutrition, medical conditions, disability, EXTREME fussy eating and tube feeding.
  • The Pediasure ads play on parents’ fears of their child not getting “enough” and they make bold statements about Pediasure being a magical tool for improving appetite. Quick spoiler, there are big issues with these claims.
  • This week’s Chewsday Review is a little different (and a little longer than normal), but if you’ve ever considered buying a supplement drink for your child please read on.
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    Weet-Bix Little Kids Essentials

    If you have been following me for a while, you know I love and recommend Weet-bix regularly. But I still often get asked what the difference between Weet-bix Little Kids Essentials and the old version of Weet-bix Kids is, and whether you should choose regular Weet-bix or Weet-bix Little Kids Essentials for your family. Read on to find out!

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    Bellamy’s Organic Baby Rice with Prebiotic (GOS)

    I always get some conflicting feedback from my baby rice cereal reviews, with some opposed to using it as a first food and some wanting more reviews to compare what’s on the market. As a paediatric dietitian who supports both puree and baby-led weaning approaches to introducing solids, I’ll happily review another baby rice cereal for those interested. If you prefer not to use rice cereal, that’s absolutely fine! You decide what works best for you and your family. For those who do like to use baby rice cereal, or those unsure, read on to find out more about Bellamy’s Organic Baby Rice with Prebiotic (GOS). For you avid readers, this one is similar to Bub’s Organic Rice Cereal.

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    Rafferty’s Garden Spinach, Apple, Broccoli and Pea purée

    There’s a huge variety of pre-prepared fruit and veggie pouches on the market, and a lot of fear mongering out there. It can be difficult to know which ones are any good (and yes, they have a place!) Today I’ve chosen to look at Rafferty’s Garden Spinach, Apple, Broccoli and Pea squeezie pouch. Let’s see how it stacks up…

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    Chobani Oat Yogurt Natural

    The yoghurt companies have been busy these last few weeks with two new calcium fortified, dairy-free yoghurts hitting our shelves. Chobani Oat Yogurt Natural is one of them and I am excited! Read on to find out why…
    Special shoutout to all you dairy and soy free parents. This one’s for you.

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    Vitasoy Greek Style Soy Yogurt Plain

    There is such a gap in the market for dairy-free yoghurts with added calcium, and for some reason we just haven’t had any new yoghurts in this space… But dairy-free bubs rejoice, I present to you: Vitasoy Greek Style Soy Yogurt Plain! I haven’t kept quiet about my excitement for this product, so read on to find out why.
    Ps. Dairy and soy free parents- I see you (and stay tuned for next week!)

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    Nestlé Cerelac Oats & Wheat with Prune

    There are lots of baby cereals on the market but until recently we haven’t had many iron fortified options, other than rice cereal. Baby cereal can be confusing and divisive – but I think it’s a handy option to have. Today I am reviewing the Nestlé Cerelac Oats & Wheat with Prune (6 mo+).

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    Only Organic Pasta Bolognese

    I’m back with another Chewsday Review, and this week I’m following on from the pasta theme from last month. Today I’m taking a closer look at Only Organic Pasta Bolognese, which is a shelf-stable, “fork mash” textured, baby food, so let’s see if it deserves to be on your pantry shelf…

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    Baby Bellies Organic Banana Softcorn

    This week’s Chewsday review features another Baby Bellies product… Banana Softcorn! Are these a baby friendly alternative popcorn? Are they worth the money? Check out this week’s review to find out…

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    CUB Organic Plant Based Sweet Potato, Beetroot & Carrot with a Pinch of Ginger

    Back to the baby aisle this week as I’ve been requested to review the CUB Organic Plant Based Puree range found at Coles. Today’s review features the Sweet Potato, Beetroot and Carrot with a Pinch of Ginger Puree.

    If you have read my past Chewsday Reviews on squeezie pouches, you’ll know they aren’t my favourite thing… BUT they can absolutely have a time and place, so how do these ones stack up?

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    Annabel Karmel’s Little Tasters

    This week’s review is of a brand new product range to hit shelves – Annabel Karmel’s Little Tasters. These are marketed as a range of healthy snacks (with vegetables!) that are perfect for self-feeding, but just how do they stack up in the nutrition department?

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    Heinz baby food jar lamb, pumpkin and sweet potato

    As you walk down the baby aisle at the supermarket, you probably have more questions than you do direction. ‘Is it okay for my baby to eat this food?’, ‘Should I get baby food jars or pouches?’ Today’s Chewsday Review features a famous baby food brand – Heinz (in a jar) – lamb, pumpkin and sweet potato. Let’s take a closer look…

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    Dairy Dream Kids No Added Sugar Yogurt

    Today’s Chewsday review features an Aldi yoghurt, because it seems lots of you shop at Aldi! When I went in to look at them, I also walked out with a range of other snack foods. Looks like I might pop in more regularly than Special Buy Wednesdays! This is the Dairy Dream Kids No Added Sugar Yogurt in Strawberry.

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