FAQs

What are the full ingredients in your pouches?

Grass-fed beef:
Organic pumpkin (50%), water, grass-fed beef (6%), organic peas (5%), chicken bone stock (4.9%), hemp seeds (3%), organic olive oil (3%) and organic tapioca starch. May contain milk.

Free-range chicken:
Organic pumpkin (48%), water, organic free-range chicken (10%), organic zucchini (5%), chicken bone stock (4.9%), organic olive oil (4%), organic tapioca starch. May contain milk.

Chickpea:
Organic pumpkin (34%), water, organic chickpeas (22%), chicken bone stock (4.9%), organic spinach (4%), avocado oil (3.3%) and flaxseeds (1%). May contain milk, wheat, gluten, soy.

Pumpkin/kale:
Organic vegetables (includes pumpkin 40%, carrot 15%, kale 2%), soaked organic chia seeds (water, organic chia seeds 2.5%), chicken bone stock (4.9%), avocado oil (3.3%), organic tapioca starch. May contain milk.

Why do your pouches contain high levels of fat?

The Australian Government recommends babies aged 6-12 months have 30g of fat per day.

Good fats, such as the ones used in Little Harvesters, provides essential fatty acids and fat-soluble vitamins to your little loved one, as well as increasing energy density.

According to the World Health Organisation, restriction of dietary fat in the first two years of bub’s life may adversely affect growth, development and the central nervous system.

It is important to note that the specific needs of each individual baby may vary and parents should consult with a healthcare professional for personalised recommendations.

Why do your pouches contain high levels of protein?

Babies need protein in their diet because it is an essential nutrient for growth and development. Protein is used to build and repair tissues, including muscles, bones, skin, and hair. It also plays a role in the production of enzymes, hormones, and antibodies, which are all important for a baby's overall health and development.

Do I need to keep the pouches in the fridge?

No, our pouches can be kept in the pantry and served to your bub at room temp, cold or warm - whatever they prefer (just don't microwave the pouch).

If there are leftovers that haven't been heated, you can pop them in the fridge and have bub consume within 48 hours.

Why don’t you include fruits in your pouches?

While fruits contain some good vitamins and minerals, large amounts can provide bubs with a lot of sugar. Many puree pouches on the market are made predominately of fruits and are very sweet for little babies.

Babies form their palates at a young age, referred to as ‘the flavour window’, where what they eat early on affects their preferences later in life. So, giving your bub lots of sweet-tasting foods early may taint their palate towards sweet, making it harder to get more nutritious foods, such as meat, veggies and other flavours in their diet later.

Why don’t you include grains in your pouches?

Little Harvesters pouches are different to other pouches on the market, as they are free from grains, rice, and other high starch carbs.

While we support little ones consuming these foods, we have instead decided to focus on nutrition from good quality meat and vegetables. We pride ourselves on having quality and nutritious ingredients at every bite.

Are your pouches dietitian approved?

Yes! We worked with a pediatric dietitan to create the recipies.

Are your pouches prepared in an allergy safe way?

Our pouches are produced via a commercial manufacturer in Australia, they follow strict safety and allergy standards, including a strict allergen management system so the pouches are prepared in a safe way. If there are cross contaminations or intentionally added allergens, this will be reflected on our product labeling.

Are your pouches BPA free?

Our pouches are made from BPA and phthalate-free, food-grade plastic that meets all Australian safety standards for baby food packaging.

How are your pouches shelf stable?

We use farm fresh ingredients that are sealed via a retort cooking method that uses the right (and minimal) combination of pressure, heat, and time to create shelf stability.

Our pouches are minimally cooked at max temp of 120 degC. We use this process because it helps to: 

  • preserve the nutrition levels  
  • provides the convenience of the final pouch not having to be refrigerated 
  • contains no bacteria to keep our bubs safe. 

Our pouches are heat-treated just enough to make them safe and shelf-stable, but not in a way that strips nutrients unnecessarily. Unlike many mass-produced products, we don’t blanch or steam our ingredients before cooking, both of which can cause significant nutrient loss.

Are your pouches halal?

Not at the moment but it is something we hope to work towards in the future.

When should I introduce solids to my baby?

You can introduce solid foods to babies around 6 months of age, as this is when their digestive systems are mature enough to handle them. Breast milk or formula should remain the main source of nutrition for bub for the first 12 months of life.

However, it's important to also pay attention to your baby's individual development and readiness, as some babies may be ready earlier or later. Always consult with your health care provider before introducing solid foods to your baby.

Will your pouches help my baby's sleep?

Fat in a baby's diet may help them sleep by providing a source of energy and helping them feel full and satisfied after feedings.

The essential fatty acids found in Little Harvesters, such as omega-3 fatty acids, have been linked to improved brain function and may aid in the development of the brain's control of sleep.

However there are many factors that can affect a baby's sleep, and a well-rounded diet with appropriate amounts of fat is just one aspect to consider.

What if my baby doesn’t like your pouches?

Little Harvesters pouches have been developed to be super tasty for bubs and sweetened with organic veggies. If your bub is used to fruit or sweeter foods, it may take a few attempts before they eat it.

The average baby needs to taste a food up to 15 times before recognising it and developing a taste for it. It’s all part of palate training and perfectly normal. For the first few attempts you could try mixing the pouch in with a familiar flavour to help ease them into it.

What is your return policy?

Please chose carefully as we don't offer returns for change of mind.

We will accept returns for faulty or incorrect products. Please contact us if you need to return your products.