{"title":"Ragi for Babies","description":"Buy ragi for babies in two ready-to-use forms: a ragi porridge mix you cook in 2 minutes, and a ragi puree you serve from the pouch. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/products\/wheaty-ragi-healthy-baby-porridge\"\u003eWheaty Ragi\u003c\/a\u003e combines ragi with wheat, dates and banana, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/products\/millety-pumpkin-healthy-baby-porridge\"\u003eMillety Pumpkin\u003c\/a\u003e blends ragi with rice, sorghum, moong and masoor. Both are made for babies from 6 months, with no added sugar and no preservatives. Below the products, find our guide to ragi benefits, side effects and easy ragi recipes for babies and kids.\n\u003ch4\u003eRagi Baby Food: What Is in Each Product\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e\nProduct\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e\nType\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e\nRagi and main ingredients\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e\nGood to know\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/products\/wheaty-ragi-healthy-baby-porridge\"\u003eWheaty Ragi Mix\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\nPorridge mix, 240 g\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\nRagi and wheat flour (46%, of which 56% ragi), dates powder (26%), banana powder (16%), skim milk powder (11%)\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\nContains wheat and milk. Cook 2 scoops with water for 2 minutes.\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/products\/wheaty-ragi-healthy-baby-puree\"\u003eWheaty Ragi puree\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\nPuree pouch, 100 g\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\nBanana (51%), ragi flour (15.6%), wheat flour (15.6%), ghee (10%), skim milk powder (7%)\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\nContains wheat and milk. Smooth, thick, ready to serve.\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/products\/millety-pumpkin-healthy-baby-porridge\"\u003eMillety Pumpkin Mix\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\nPorridge mix, 240 g\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\nRice, ragi, sorghum, moong and masoor flours (52%, of which 21% ragi), dates powder (25%), coconut milk powder (12%), pumpkin and banana powder\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\nA multigrain mix with ragi, and no wheat.\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/products\/millet-ragi-porridge-combo\"\u003eMillet \u0026amp; Ragi Porridge Combo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\nCombo\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\nOne millet and one ragi porridge\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\nGood for trying both.\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nAll porridge mixes have a 12-month shelf life, and so do the purees. Check each product page for the allergen list before you serve.\n\u003ch4\u003eRagi Benefits for Babies\u003c\/h4\u003e\nRagi (finger millet) is one of the most popular first grains in Indian homes, and these are the reasons parents choose it:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nCalcium. Ragi is known as one of the richest grain sources of calcium, which supports growing bones and teeth.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nIron. It gives plant iron at the age when a baby's own iron stores start to run low, around 6 months. Serve it with a fruit, such as banana or apple, since vitamin C helps the body absorb plant iron.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFibre. It supports digestion and helps keep stools regular.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nSteady energy. Ragi is digested slowly, so it keeps babies full for longer.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nNaturally gluten-free. Ragi on its own has no gluten. Note that Wheaty Ragi also contains wheat, so it is not gluten-free.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nRagi supports breast milk or formula and does not replace them in the first year. Our blog covers this in more detail in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/blogs\/news\/ragi-for-babies-everything-you-need-to-know-about-ragi-benefits\"\u003eRagi for Babies: Everything You Need to Know\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/blogs\/news\/is-ragi-good-for-babies\"\u003eIs Ragi Good for Babies?\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen Can Babies Start Ragi?\u003c\/h4\u003e\nMost babies can start ragi from around 6 months, once they have started solids and have tried one or two simple foods. Introduce it alone, in a small amount, such as 1 to 2 teaspoons of porridge, and wait 2 to 3 days before adding another new food. Because Wheaty Ragi contains wheat and milk, introduce those foods separately first if you want to be cautious, and talk to your paediatrician if there is a family history of allergies. Our guide \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/blogs\/news\/ragi-vs-wheat-vs-rice-which-grain-should-your-babys-first-porridge-be\"\u003eragi vs wheat vs rice\u003c\/a\u003e compares the three first grains.\n\u003ch4\u003eRagi Powder for Babies: What to Look For\u003c\/h4\u003e\nPlain ragi powder (ragi flour) is a popular ingredient for homemade baby porridge. Rorosaur does not sell ragi powder. Instead, our porridge mixes combine ragi flour with fruit or pulses, so you can skip the grinding and measuring. If you buy ragi powder for babies, choose one with a single ingredient, no added sugar or malt additives, and a clear age on the pack. Cook it thoroughly, because undercooked ragi can sit heavy on a baby's stomach.\n\u003ch4\u003eSprouted Ragi and Why It Matters\u003c\/h4\u003e\nSprouting grain before it is dried and milled is a traditional method. It reduces phytic acid, a natural compound in raw grains that can limit how well the body absorbs minerals such as calcium and iron. That is why many parents prefer sprouted ragi powder for babies. Rorosaur does not sell sprouted ragi powder. If you make it at home, soak the grain for 8 to 10 hours, drain it, keep it moist until small sprouts appear, then dry and grind it. Slow, thorough cooking also helps.\n\u003ch4\u003eRagi Malt for Babies: Benefits and Simple Recipe\u003c\/h4\u003e\nRagi malt is a smooth, cooked ragi drink or porridge, and most parents search for it for the benefits above. For babies, make it plain and thin, without sugar, jaggery or salt. Our blog has a full guide with portions in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/blogs\/news\/ragi-malt-for-babies-benefits-easy-recipe-how-much-to-give\"\u003eRagi Malt for Babies\u003c\/a\u003e. The short version:\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nMix 1 to 2 tablespoons of ragi flour with 2 to 3 tablespoons of cold water into a smooth paste.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nBoil 1 cup of water, or breast milk or formula, then lower the heat.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nPour in the paste slowly, stirring all the time, and simmer for 4 to 5 minutes until it thickens and loses its raw smell.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nCool until lukewarm. Add a few drops of ghee or mashed ripe banana if you like.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRagi Porridge for Babies\u003c\/h4\u003e\nRagi porridge is the classic first ragi food. Start thin for a 6 to 8 month old baby and thicken it gradually as your baby grows. The quickest way is a ready-to-cook mix: with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/products\/wheaty-ragi-healthy-baby-porridge\"\u003eWheaty Ragi\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/products\/millety-pumpkin-healthy-baby-porridge\"\u003eMillety Pumpkin\u003c\/a\u003e, cook 2 scoops of powder with the required amount of water for 2 minutes, cool it and serve. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/collections\/healthy-baby-porridge\"\u003eporridge collection\u003c\/a\u003e for the full range.\n\u003ch4\u003eRagi Recipes for Babies and Kids\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nRagi and banana porridge: cook ragi porridge as above and stir in mashed ripe banana. Works from 6 months.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nRagi with fruit puree: swirl in apple or pear puree, such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/products\/sweet-potato-apple-healthy-baby-puree\"\u003eSweet Potato Apple\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nRagi with vegetable broth: after 8 months, cook the porridge in a mild vegetable broth for a savoury meal.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nRagi dosa or pancakes for toddlers: mix ragi flour with curd or mashed banana and cook small, soft rounds. Good for toddlers over 1 and older kids.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nRagi kheer for kids: simmer ragi paste with milk and a few soaked, chopped dates instead of sugar.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nFor more, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/pages\/recipes\"\u003erecipes page\u003c\/a\u003e and the guide to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/blogs\/baby-nutrition\/introducing-millets-to-babies\"\u003eintroducing millets to babies\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003ch4\u003eSide Effects and Disadvantages of Ragi for Babies\u003c\/h4\u003e\nRagi is safe for most babies, but a few points are worth knowing:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nAllergy. True ragi allergy is rare. Introduce it alone and watch for rash, vomiting or unusual fussiness.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nUndercooked ragi. Raw or undercooked ragi can sit heavy and cause tummy discomfort. Cook it well.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nPhytic acid. Raw grain contains phytic acid, which can reduce mineral absorption. Sprouting, soaking and thorough cooking reduce it.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nVariety. Do not rely on ragi alone. Rotate it with rice, oats, wheat and other grains.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nLoose stools or constipation. If you notice either, pause and speak to your paediatrician.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nWheat and milk. Wheaty Ragi contains both. Check allergens before serving.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nNo added sweeteners. Avoid honey before 12 months, and do not add salt or sugar.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nTalk to your paediatrician before starting any new food, and read more in our guide to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/blogs\/news\/is-millet-safe-for-babies-every-day-portion-size-side-effects-faqs\"\u003ewhether millet is safe for babies every day\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003ch4\u003eRagi Combos and Trial Packs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/products\/millet-ragi-porridge-combo\"\u003eMillet \u0026amp; Ragi Porridge Combo\u003c\/a\u003e (₹1,200): one millet and one ragi porridge.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/products\/healthy-baby-porridge-trial-pack\"\u003ePorridge Travel Pack\u003c\/a\u003e (₹399): 8 sachets, two each of Wheaty Ragi, Millety Pumpkin, Spinachy Grains and Rice-O-Lentils, so you can try ragi alongside other grains.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nOrders above ₹598 ship free, and orders are processed within 24 hours.\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat to Feed Along With Ragi\u003c\/h4\u003e\nPair ragi with fruit and vegetables for a balanced day: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/collections\/fruit-veg-purees\"\u003efruit purees\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/collections\/mighty-greens\"\u003eveggie purees\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/collections\/grain-based-purees\"\u003egrain-based purees\u003c\/a\u003e. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/blogs\/baby-nutrition\/first-year-feeding-guide\"\u003efirst-year feeding guide\u003c\/a\u003e shows how ragi fits into the week. To see what goes into each product, read the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/pages\/lab-reports\"\u003elab reports\u003c\/a\u003e.","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/rorosaur.com\/collections\/ragi-for-babies.oembed","provider":"rorosaur.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}