What My Baby Eats in 7 Days
As a mom, I know how overwhelming it can feel to decide what to feed your baby each day. That’s why I’m sharing our 7-day baby meal plan to give you inspiration, ideas, and peace of mind. This plan is baby-led weaning friendly and works for babies around 8–12 months, but you can adjust textures and portions depending on your little one’s age.
👉 Always check with your pediatrician before introducing new foods.
Why Plan Your Baby’s Meals?
Planning ahead helps:
- Make sure baby gets a variety of nutrients.
- Reduce food waste.
- Save time during busy weeks.
- Introduce baby to new tastes and textures.
I also find it makes grocery shopping so much easier!
7-Day Baby Meal Plan
🥑 Day 1
- Breakfast: Mashed avocado on whole grain toast fingers (soft and baby-friendly)
- Lunch: Steamed carrot sticks + shredded chicken
- Snack: Banana slices
- Dinner: Oatmeal with mashed blueberries
🍌 Day 2
- Breakfast: Banana oat pancakes (no sugar, just oats, banana, and egg)
- Lunch: Steamed broccoli florets + quinoa
- Snack: Greek yogurt with mashed strawberries
- Dinner: Sweet potato mash with lentils
🥕 Day 3
- Breakfast: Apple and pear puree with a sprinkle of cinnamon
- Lunch: Zucchini strips sautéed in olive oil + scrambled egg yolk
- Snack: Rice cakes with hummus
- Dinner: Butternut squash soup
🍎 Day 4
- Breakfast: Oatmeal with grated apple
- Lunch: Soft cooked salmon flakes + mashed peas
- Snack: Mango slices
- Dinner: Sweet potato & carrot mash
🥚 Day 5
- Breakfast: Egg yolk scramble + avocado
- Lunch: Whole grain pasta with tomato sauce + grated cheese
- Snack: Cottage cheese with peaches
- Dinner: Lentil stew with spinach
🥔 Day 6
- Breakfast: Mashed banana with yogurt
- Lunch: Steamed green beans + chicken strips
- Snack: Oat bars (homemade or baby-safe store bought)
- Dinner: Potato and zucchini puree
🍓 Day 7
- Breakfast: Oatmeal with mashed strawberries
- Lunch: Soft cooked turkey meatballs + sweet potato fries (oven baked)
- Snack: Apple slices (steamed for babies under 1)
- Dinner: Rice with lentils and spinach
Tips for Success
✔️ Offer water with meals.
✔️ Watch for choking hazards.
✔️ Adjust portion size based on baby’s appetite.
✔️ Freeze extras to save time later.
Baby Meal Prep Essentials (Mom-Approved 🍼✨)
Here are some kitchen tools I couldn’t live without while preparing baby meals. These also make great gifts for new moms!
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- Baby food steamer & blender combo – I reccomend BEABA Babycook Express 4-in-1 Baby Food Preparer:
🔗 Amazon EU | Amazon UK | Amazon USA - Silicone suction plates – to reduce spills:
I recommend Constructive Eating Brand – these plates are dishwasher and microwave safe, ensuring convenience for busy parents.
Other brands:
🔗 Amazon EU | Amazon UK | Amazon USA - Baby self-feeding spoons – perfect for little hands:
🔗 Amazon EU | Amazon UK | Amazon USA - Freezer storage trays for baby food – portion and save for later:
🔗 Amazon EU | Amazon UK | Amazon USA - Non-toxic baby bibs – easy to wipe clean:
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