Adventures with Peanut Butter and Jelly

We tried to feed Henry peanut butter and jelly today, for the first time, at dinner. I was nervous for him to try peanut butter for the first time, because of food allergies, but luckily, he did not have a bad reaction. Nonetheless, it did not go so well. He ate the first three "squares" I prepared for him with no problem, but then the next couple of bites, he pulled the sandwich out of his mouth, and began squishing the whole square piece between his tiny fingers. He really did not like how sticky his fingers became, and of course that meant the end of dinner! Who wants to eat sticky food with already sticky hands? Not Henry! He was not having anymore of it.

Not sure if this means a complete "no" to PB&J, or just to J or just to PB, but we will try again in a few weeks. At the moment, Henry is clearly having an issue with any food that is sticky or doesn't feel "just right." He feels this way about pasta (with or without sauce) and macaroni and cheese! What baby boy doesn't like mac & cheese??!! I hope it passes soon, but for now, we will do what we can to introduce him to as many different types of food as possible while respecting his choices.

Henry really does love waffles (whole grain, of course!) He did eat this WHOLE one by himself. 

Big boy!

I hope everyone had a great day!

"The practice of patience guards us against losing our presence of mind. It enables us to remain undisturbed, even when the situation is really difficult. It gives us a certain amount of inner peace, which allows us some self-control, so that we can choose to respond to situations in an appropriate and compassionate manner, rather than being driven by our disturbing emotions." ~ Dalai Llama