Best Organic Baby Food Budget Friendly

Organic Baby Food

There can be so much pressure on all of us to feed baby the “right” foods from the start, and my goal with this post is to take some of the confusion out of it by vetting the top organic baby food brands for you. I will cover everything from the best, most transparent baby food brands to money saving tips, storage tips, and even easy homemade recipes to try. Use the TOC below to skip right to the section you’re most interested in, or scroll down to read all the information. And remember: There’s no one “right” way to feed a baby. There is a lot of nuance and variation that is normal and understandable since we each have our own unique contexts. I am a big believer in choosing a wide range of foods, whether organic, local, conventional, fresh, or frozen, and that fed is always best.

Organic Baby Food Brands

Below are some of the top organic baby food brands currently on the market. (Many of these are available in grocery stores and big-box stores, but some are only available directly on the brand’s website.) All of these brands make organic Stage 1 baby foods, plus additional stages with mixed foods and textures. And some even do finger foods, too.

How to Save Money on Organic Baby Food

The easiest way to save money on baby food is to not feel like you have to buy 100% of your baby’s food—and instead use those purchased options as is helpful, then add in easy homemade foods that are similar to what you’re eating. This can help feeding be both convenient and affordable. Also: Always start with a small serving in a bowl and plan to store the rest for a future meal to prevent food waste. Offer food according to baby’s hunger, which may be more or less than you’re expecting. Store your baby food safely in the fridge or freezer so it’s good to use again.

Organic Baby Food Snacks

When looking for baby snacks, which are useful to take on the go or to round out a meal, here are some of our go-to options. Consider using any of these that are made with rice as the first ingredient as an occasional snack (as rice tends to have the most concerns with potentially higher levels of arsenic).

Amara Organic Smoothie MeltsSerenity Kids Grain-Free PuffsPlum Organics PuffsMission Mighty Me Peanut PuffsHappy Baby Teether Crackers

TIP: Find my full list of Puffs for Babies with additional information.

Organic Baby Food Recipes

Below you’ll find our go-to homemade baby food recipes that you can make organic if you start with organic produce. You can use fresh organic produce or frozen organic produce, according to what you have available to you. Depending on the season, frozen produce may be less expensive. You can also check with local farmers for options in your area, too.

Best Tips

Offer a small amount of food to start to avoid food waste, and allow food according to baby’s hunger.Learn more about Starting Solids for guidance on the entire phase.

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