how much sodium is ok???

I think this is a good questions for the pediatrician. I too, only use Gerber foods in a pinch - which has become maybe once a month! But, when I use them, I usually scoop out some of the sauce they are packed with and dilute with water or low sodium chicken stock...he doesn't like the red sauce varieties, so I only buy the White Turkey stew or Chicken & Veggie stew. (My little guy prefers his Mommy's italian cooking! LOL! ) I also make sure Paul drinks ALOT of water with his meal.

Thanks Claud - I have my list of ?'s for the Ped which we go see on Sept. 2nd. I guess getting rid of the sauce is a good idea. It is kinda hard with spaghetti though. I could wash it off I guess the once in a while is ok though... hey who feels like cooking ALL THE TIME???

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I will look on baby center and see if I see anything on this. BRB

did not find much, but thought this article was interesting

Introducing new foods into a baby's diet is always a process of trial and error: One day O-shaped cereal is a big hit, the next it's melon or rice cakes. While expanding your baby's mealtime menu is an important part of aiding his development, there are some foods that every parent needs to be careful with — sometimes because of choking hazards, sometimes because of allergies. Here's a guide to which ones to avoid.

Foods to avoid at 0-6 months
All of them! The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that you feed your baby only breast milk or formula for the first six months. Not everyone waits that long, but you should consult your pediatrician if you'd like to start introducing solids earlier than six months.

Foods to avoid at 6-12 months
Wheat or wheat products — Wheat is the most common grain allergen, and you should wait to introduce it until your baby is 6 to 8 months old, and can handle rice and oats.
Honey — Honey can harbor spores of Clostridium botulinum (botulism), which can grow and produce life-threatening toxins in your baby's intestinal tract.

Whole milk — Early introduction of cow's milk can cause childhood allergies. And your baby doesn't need it — for the first year, stick to breast milk or formula.

Egg white — It's okay to give egg yolks to an infant at 9 months, but wait a year on the protein-rich whites.

Citrus — Ask your pediatrician for the go-ahead before giving citrus juices to a baby; they occasionally cause allergies.

Peanut butter — Peanuts or peanut butter can provoke violent allergic reactions, and shouldn't be given to children younger than 3 years.

Foods to avoid at 1-2 years
Low-fat milk — Toddlers younger than 2 years need the fat in whole milk. Once they're 2, you can start giving them lower-fat milk.

Peanuts — Peanuts can cause violent allergic reactions. They're also large enough for a child to choke on. To be on the safe side, don't feed your child peanuts (or peanut butter) until she's 3 years old, especially if either parent has a history of peanut allergies.

Hot dogs — Toddlers can easily choke on bite-size pieces of hot dog, unless you cut the dog lengthwise before slicing it into quarter-inch pieces.

Whole grapes — Cut grapes into quarters before serving; a whole grape can get lodged in a child's throat.

Raw carrots — Carrots should be shredded or cooked, so they don't get stuck in small throats.

String cheese — Make sure you shred the cheese for your child; don't cut it into chunks.

Hard candies, nuts, popcorn, lollipops — All these snacks are potential choking hazards. If you can't cut it into small pieces, don't serve it.

Foods to avoid at 2-3 years

Peanuts — Peanuts are one of the most allergenic foods, and can cause violent allergic reactions. They're also a choking hazard. To be on the safe side, don't feed your child peanuts (or peanut butter) until she's 3 years old, especially if either parent has a history of peanut allergies.

Hot dogs — Toddlers can easily choke on bite-size pieces of hot dog, unless you cut the dog in quarters lengthwise before slicing it.

Whole grapes — Cut grapes into quarters before serving; a whole grape can get lodged in a child's throat.

Hard candies, nuts, popcorn, lollipops — All these snacks are potential choking hazards. If you can't cut it into small pieces, don't serve it.