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Real ingredients, real food, real simple, and a more intentional way to feed your little ones. If you’ve ever stood in the yogurt aisle trying to find a kid-friendly pouch that doesn’t have added sugar or “natural flavors” (translation: ultra-processed mystery ingredients)… you’re not alone. I’ve been there. Scanning every label, hoping—just hoping—for a clean option that feels good to feed my kids. And honestly? I haven’t found one. That’s what finally pushed me to start making my own pouch yogurt at home. It’s healthier, tastier, and shockingly easy. Plus, I love knowing exactly what’s going into my little one’s snack—because they deserve real food, not some lab-created version of it. Why Make Your Own Yogurt Pouches? Here’s why this has become a weekly staple in our house: You control every ingredient You skip the sugar bombs and artificial junk You can choose organic, pasture-raised dairy and real, seasonal fruit It’s budget-friendly, better for the planet (hello, reusable pouches!), and your kids still get the same fun, slurpable experience When you think about how often they eat yogurt, it just makes sense to go homemade. What You’ll Need This isn’t complicated—just real food and a blender. Ingredients: Organic plain Greek yogurt (look for one made from pasture-raised milk) Fresh fruit – let your kids help choose a few kinds each week! (You can use frozen fruit as well. I prefer fresh if possible) A drizzle of honey (optional and only for kids over 1 year old) Tools: A blender Reusable squeeze pouches (or small jars/cups for spoon-eaters) How to Make It Let your kids pick the fruit for the week—blueberries, mango, banana, strawberries, peaches, even spinach if they’re feeling brave. Add the fruit to your blender with your Greek yogurt. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust—if it needs a touch of sweetness, add a bit of honey. You can add a little chunky fruit to add a little texture to make it fun. It depends on your little one’s preference. They might not like it. But it’s worth a try from time to time. Pour the mixture into your reusable pouches or cups. Store in the fridge and enjoy all week! That’s it. No cooking, no fermenting—just blend and go. Make It a Family Project The real magic? Letting your kids help make it. Let them choose the fruit, press the blender button, and even help pour (with supervision, obviously). This is an easy entry point into meal prep and food ownership. They get to see where their food comes from, feel proud of their contribution, and maybe even become more open to new flavors. Plus, batching this once a week introduces them to the rhythm of meal planning. It’s a small thing, but kids catch on quickly. “We’re making yogurt for the week” suddenly becomes part of the household flow—and it gives them a sense of routine and responsibility. Batch It, Then Forget It (Sort Of) I like to batch-make our yogurt pouches every Sunday or Monday morning. It only takes 10 minutes, and it sets us up for the week with healthy snacks ready to grab and go. For school lunches, diaper bag outings, or afternoon meltdowns, these little pouches have saved me more times than I can count. Final Thoughts Homemade pouch yogurt might sound fancy, but it’s actually one of the simplest and most impactful changes I’ve made in our snack routine. It’s healthier, customizable, budget-conscious, and gives you one more way to connect with your kids in the kitchen. And yes, they still get that same “I’ve got a yogurt pouch!” joy—just without the junk.