Introduction
As a midwife in Munich, I have often spoken with parents who worry about how to feed their babies safely and healthily when they are out and about. Getting baby purée to the right temperature can be a challenge. In this article I would like to show you how to warm baby purée on the go, without electricity, safely and quickly.
Why warm baby purée?
Why warm food matters
Warm food is important for babies, as it supports their digestion and helps them take in the nutrients. Cold food can also lead to digestive trouble. As a midwife I have seen how important it is for babies to get their food at the right temperature, to support their health.
The risks of food that is too cold
If baby purée is too cold, it cannot be digested properly, which can lead to digestive trouble and discomfort. As a parent, it is important to make sure your baby's food is always at the right temperature.
How to warm baby purée on the go
The cordless baby food warmer Pro from Cozidoo
The cordless baby food warmer Pro from Cozidoo is the ideal solution for parents who are out and about. It warms baby purée to the right temperature in just a few minutes and is very easy to use. I have seen for myself how practical this warmer is when you are out with your baby.
I remember a family I met at one of my midwife clinics. They were about to set off on a trip and were worried about how they would warm their baby's food along the way. I recommended the cordless baby food warmer Pro from Cozidoo and they were very happy with the result. They could feed their baby easily wherever they were and no longer had to worry about the right temperature.
Step-by-step guide
- Fill the baby food warmer with warm water.
- Place the baby purée in the warmer.
- Wait a few minutes until the purée has reached the right temperature.
Common mistakes
The danger of food that is too hot
It is important that food is not too hot, as this can cause burns. As a midwife I have seen how important it is for parents to take care when they warm their baby's food.
Why hygiene matters
It is important that the baby food warmer and the food itself are always clean and hygienic, to protect your baby's health. As a parent you should make sure you clean the warmer and the food thoroughly before you use them.
Safe baby food on the go
What the professional bodies recommend
Professional bodies recommend that baby food is always warmed to the right temperature, to protect your baby's health. As a midwife I support this recommendation and advise parents always to take care when preparing their baby's food.
Why proper storage matters
It is important that baby food is always stored properly, to guarantee its quality and safety. As a parent you should make sure you always keep your baby's food in the fridge and do not leave it at room temperature for too long.
Product recommendation
The cordless baby food warmer Pro from Cozidoo is the ideal solution for parents who are out and about. It is available for 62,90 € and warms baby purée quickly and safely.
If you would like more information, visit our website or read our test report.
Practical tips for going out
Preparation is everything
When you are out with your baby, it is important to be well prepared. That means always having a supply of baby purée with you, along with other essentials such as nappies, wipes and a change of clothes. It is also a good idea to pack a small case or bag with everything important, so you can get to what you need quickly and easily. As a midwife I have often seen that parents who are well prepared feel far less stressed when they are out with their baby.
The right packaging
When you take baby purée out with you, it is important to pack it properly. You should keep the purée in a thermal container or a vacuum flask, to keep it warm or cold. There are also special containers designed to keep baby purée warm on the go. As a parent you should make sure you always keep the purée in a clean, hygienic container, to protect your baby's health.
Staying out and about
Sometimes you have to stay out with your baby without access to a fridge or a kitchen. In cases like these it is important to keep the baby purée somewhere cool and dry, so it stays fresh. You should also make sure you do not leave the purée at room temperature for too long, as this can spoil its quality. As a midwife I advise parents always to take a small cool bag or an insulated box with them when they go out with their baby, to keep the purée fresh.
Common pitfalls
The risk of contamination
When you prepare baby purée on the go, it is important to pay attention to hygiene. You should always clean the baby food warmer and the food thoroughly before you use them, to keep the risk of contamination to a minimum. As a midwife I have often seen parents who do not pay attention to hygiene expose their babies to unnecessary health risks.
Why temperature control matters
The temperature of the baby purée matters a great deal in protecting your baby's health. You should always warm the purée to the right temperature, to support good digestion. As a parent you should make sure you do not warm the purée too much or leave it too cold, as this can lead to digestive trouble.
The danger of overheating
If you warm the baby purée too much, it can overheat, which can cause burns or other health problems. As a midwife I advise parents always to take care when warming baby purée, and never to leave it unattended.
Cleaning & hygiene
Why cleanliness matters
Keeping the baby food warmer and the food clean matters a great deal in protecting your baby's health. You should always clean the warmer and the food thoroughly before you use them, to keep the risk of contamination to a minimum. As a midwife I have often seen parents who do not pay attention to cleanliness expose their babies to unnecessary health risks.
The right way to clean
It is important to clean the baby food warmer and the food properly, to keep everything hygienic. You should clean the warmer and the food with warm water and a mild detergent, then dry them thoroughly, to keep the risk of bacteria and other germs to a minimum. As a parent you should make sure you always clean the warmer and the food thoroughly before you use them.
Why disinfecting matters
Disinfecting the baby food warmer and the food matters a great deal in protecting your baby's health. You should disinfect the warmer and the food regularly, to keep the risk of bacteria and other germs to a minimum. As a midwife I advise parents always to carry a disinfectant with them when they go out with their baby, so they can disinfect the warmer and the food quickly and easily.
Safety
Why care matters
When you prepare baby purée on the go, it is important to take care, to protect your baby's health. You should always check the baby food warmer and the food thoroughly before you use them, to keep the risk of contamination or other health risks to a minimum. As a midwife I have often seen parents who are not careful expose their babies to unnecessary health risks.
The risks of electrical appliances
When you prepare baby purée on the go, you should make sure you do not use electrical appliances that are not suited to being used away from home. You should always use a device designed specifically for use on the go, to keep your baby safe. As a parent you should make sure you always keep the baby food warmer and the food somewhere safe and dry, to keep the risk of electrical accidents to a minimum.
Why it helps to be prepared for emergencies
It is important to be prepared for emergencies when you are out with your baby. You should always have an emergency kit with you, containing everything important such as medicines, dressings and other essentials. As a midwife I advise parents always to take care and to be prepared for emergencies, to protect their baby's health.
Storage & shelf life
Why proper storage matters
Storing baby purée properly matters a great deal in guaranteeing its quality and safety. You should always keep the purée somewhere cool and dry, to keep the risk of bacteria and other germs to a minimum. As a parent you should make sure you always keep the purée in a clean, hygienic container, to protect your baby's health.
How long baby purée keeps
How long baby purée keeps matters a great deal in guaranteeing its quality and safety. You should always use the purée within the stated shelf life, to keep the risk of bacteria and other germs to a minimum. As a midwife I have often seen parents who do not use the purée within its shelf life expose their babies to unnecessary health risks.
Why labelling matters
Labelling baby purée matters a great deal in guaranteeing its quality and safety. You should always label the purée with the date and time it was prepared, so you can keep track of its shelf life. As a parent you should make sure you always label the purée carefully, to protect your baby's health.
Frequently asked questions
We have gathered a few frequently asked questions about warming baby purée on the go without electricity:
- Why is it important to warm baby purée? Because warm food supports digestion and helps the nutrients to be taken in.
- How can I warm baby purée on the go? With the cordless baby food warmer Pro from Cozidoo.
- How long can I keep baby purée in the fridge? It is important always to store baby food properly, to guarantee its quality and safety.
- What is the right temperature for baby purée? The right temperature is between 37-40 °C.
- How can I keep things hygienic when warming baby purée? By always keeping the baby food warmer and the food clean and hygienic.
- Where can I buy the cordless baby food warmer Pro from Cozidoo? On our website for 62,90 €.
This article is for information only and does not replace individual medical or midwifery advice.
Written by Lena Brandt
Midwife & breastfeeding and nutrition adviser (Munich)
Lena is a midwife and a breastfeeding and nutrition adviser based in Munich. For more than 10 years she has supported families through birth and the postnatal weeks, advising on breastfeeding, formula feeding and weaning. She is a mum herself and writes all of Cozidoo's guides from hands-on experience — warm, well grounded and without scaremongering. This article is for information only and does not replace individual medical or midwifery advice.
Medically reviewed by Dr Katharina Reinhardt, paediatrician (Munich)