Homemade Baby Food On-the-Go
The best baby takeout
A travel tote bag is an essential item for any family on the go. Buy an insulated lunch bag and a set of plastic containers with lids that will fit nicely into the bag. The best type of lunch bag is a sturdy canvas tote that comes with a reusable ice pack–the type you can place in the freezer overnight. Also consider the size of the tote so it will fit easily into your diaper bag.
There are six golden rules for serving fresh baby food away from home:
1. Frozen food cubes take three to four hours to thaw in the refrigerator and one to two hours to thaw at room temperature.
2. Frozen food cubes stay cold in an insulated bag with a freezer pack for about eight to 12 hours.
3. To thaw frozen food cubes, microwave for 30 to 40 seconds.
4. To warm thawed food cubes, microwave for five to15 seconds.
5. Never store frozen food cubes without refrigeration for more than four hours.
6. Always stir and test the temperature of warmed food on your skin before serving to your baby.
