Magazine Blurbs

Not that babytalk is the premier for learning scientifically based information, but there were 2 interesting blurbs in the September issue (p. 32).

"Don't want a chunky monkey later? Put down the spoon! A study published online in BMJ Open found that children who were allowed to feed themselves were more likely to eat a healthier diet and maintain a normal weight as they got older than those who were spoon-fed."

"50% of babies eat larger portions than recommended by federal standards."

Now, my husband likes to remind me that he was fed "traditional" jarred baby food and he is thin as they come.  However, I have always had eating issues, and would love to give my kid an edge up wherever possible.