Original post dated 12,05,2012
Recently Tigger tried porridge with raisins. So far it was almost impossible to persuade him to open his mouth, however with porridge I can't spoon it fast enough. After the first spoonful Tigger sets in motion his all four limbs and the excitement never ends. Until we reach the bottom of the bowl.
Mummy's happy, because we all know how healthy oats are .
As the wise people say, oatmeal can be introduced from 4th months, and is much better than baby rice, because it deosn't constipate and it tastes better. It's rich in fiber, calcium, protein and some vitamins group B.
At first it is best to grind in a coffee/ spice grinder. It gives a smoother texture to the dish and is easier to puree. Cook in a ratio 1:3. One part of the ground flakes to 3 parts of liquid, stirring constantly to avoid formation of lumps.
Oatmeal with raisins and cinnamon
2 servings for 5-6 month old baby
50ml ground oatmeal
150ml water
a few raisins -chopped (preferably not preserved with sulfur dioxide)
pinch of cinnamon
Simmer oatmeal and raisins for about 5-10 minutes stirring occasionally. Add the cinnamon. Puree. Raisins give an interesting sweet&sour taste.
Other combinations (suitable for different ages):
- Honey
- Apple sauce and cinnamon
- Yogurt + fruit (steamed or dried)
- Sliced strawberries with yogurt and brown sugar or honey
- Maple syrup and almonds
- Shredded slices of pineapple, banana slices and nuts
- Chopped dates, walnuts and cinnamon
- Peach, maple syrup and cinnamon
- Dried fruit with honey
Oat bath helps for irritation or rashes.
1/3 cup of oatmeal put into a nylon sock and tie the knot. Put a sock under the tap with warm water while filling the bath. Stir water with 5-6 times. Squeeze well and discard. Bath the baby for 10 minutes.
Alternatively, you can grind the flakes in a coffee grinder and add the powder to the bath, stirring.
