How to Nourish Your Baby with Traditional Ancestral First Foods

As a parent, you want to give your baby the best start in life. But with all the choices out there, it can be overwhelming to know what foods are truly nourishing. Before the age of convenience foods, our great-grandmothers were feeding babies simple, wholesome foods that helped them grow strong and healthy. These ancestral first foods are full of the nutrients your baby needs for healthy growth and development—without the additives or empty calories. It’s time to bring these foods back to the table!

1. Pastured Egg Yolks – A Superfood for the Brain

If you’ve ever wondered why eggs are so good for your little one, it’s because they’re packed with healthy fats and choline, a nutrient that’s essential for brain development. Pastured egg yolks also provide iron, vitamins A, D, and K2, and other vital nutrients that support your baby’s growing body. Soft-boiled or raw (for older babies), egg yolks are one of the easiest and most nutrient-dense foods you can give your baby.

2. Grass-Fed Beef Liver Pâté – The Ultimate Power Food

While liver might sound a bit old-fashioned, it’s one of the most nutrient-dense foods around—and it’s perfect for your growing baby. Grass-fed beef liver pâté is packed with heme iron, which is easily absorbed by your baby’s body to help prevent anemia. It’s also rich in vitamin A, which supports vision and immune health, and B vitamins to keep energy levels high. This rich and creamy pâté is a delicious way to introduce your little one to the power of liver.

3. Bone Marrow – Good Fats for Little Bodies

Bone marrow might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of baby food, but it’s a fantastic source of collagen and healthy fats. Marrow supports your baby’s joint health, skin elasticity, and gut health, and it’s packed with vitamins A and K2 for strong bones and a healthy immune system. Mash it up with veggies or mix it into a broth, and watch your baby thrive.

4. Avocado – More Healthy Fats

Who doesn’t love a good avocado? This creamy fruit is a great source of healthy fats that are vital for your baby’s brain and nervous system development. Avocados also provide fiber, which helps with digestion, and they’re packed with folate and potassium to support your baby’s overall growth. Soft, smooth, and easy to mash, avocado is the perfect first food for your little one.

5. Grass-Fed Butter or Ghee – Healthy Fats for Growing Babies

It’s no surprise that grass-fed butter and ghee have made a comeback—they’re packed with vitamin K2 and healthy fats that are essential for brain function and overall health. These fats support your baby’s bones, help with digestive health, and offer anti-inflammatory properties. Plus, they taste delicious and add a creamy richness to any meal.

6. Bone Broth – The Gut-Healing Superfood

If there’s one food that does it all, it’s bone broth. Full of gelatin and collagen, it’s a wonderful way to support your baby’s gut health, digestion, and immune system. Bone broth is also rich in minerals like calcium and magnesium, which are essential for strong bones. And the best part? It’s easy to make, soothing, and perfect for little tummies.

Why Bring These Foods Back?

Today’s processed baby foods may be convenient, but they don’t hold a candle to the nutrition found in these ancestral first foods. Packed with real, whole nutrition, they provide everything your baby needs to grow strong, healthy, and happy. These simple, nourishing foods will help give your baby a strong foundation and support their optimal development.

When it comes to starting solids, you don’t need to overcomplicate things. Just offer these real, wholesome foods and let your baby explore and enjoy the journey of self-feeding.

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