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I'm sure every parent is familiar with baby oatmeal. It's super convenient and varied.

The Nestle Shagayka series is designed for kids who are already eating solid food, not for the youngest ones. By the time my little one was a year old, he was eating big chunks of food, including fruits and veggies. I bought this oatmeal to mix things up and save time (because, let's be real, sometimes you need that!).

Nestle Shagayka Multigrain Oatmeal with Honey, Apricot, and RaspberryDESCRIPTION sounds pretty appealing:

Nestle Shagayka oatmeal contains natural corn flakes and fruit and berry pieces that create a unique texture and help develop chewing skills, making it easier for kids to transition to adult food. Each serving contains essential vitamins and minerals, thanks to the iRON+ complex, as well as bifidobacteria BL - probiotics that support healthy digestion, growth of beneficial gut bacteria, and immune system development, which is crucial during periods of rapid growth.

ℹ As usual, I'll start with GENERAL INFORMATION:

Brand: NESTLE;Where to buy: major retail stores, kids' boutiques, supermarkets, online at wildberries and Ozon;Price: 117.5 rubles with a discount (I bought it at 'Detsky Mir'). Full price is 156.90 rubles;Volume/weight: 190 grams;Shelf life: after opening, store for no more than two weeks (of course, following proper storage guidelines);Recommended age: 12 months and up.

EXTERNAL APPEARANCE. PACKAGING

The oatmeal comes in a dense, opaque package (a doypack). The packaging has a bright design and recognizable branding. It looks vibrant and eye-catching.

Nestle Shagayka Multigrain Oatmeal with Honey, Apricot, and Raspberry

Nestle Shagaika Multi-Zlakovaya Med, Abrikos, Malina Cereal For easy opening, there are notches.

Notches for opening For subsequent storage, a zip lock is used.

You can find any interesting information about the product on the back of the packaging.

Nestle Shagaika Multi-Zlakovaya Med, Abrikos, Malina Cereal

NUTRITION FACTS

Nestle Shagaika Multi-Zlakovaya Med, Abrikos, Malina Cereal Wheat flour (52.6%) (contains gluten), oat flour (7.3%) (contains gluten), rice flour (1.8%), corn flour (1.8%), skimmed milk powder (16.4%), blend of vegetable oils (low-erucic rapeseed, high-oleic sunflower, sunflower, antioxidants (ascorbyl palmitate, DL-alpha-tocopherol, citric acid)), corn flakes (5.2%) (contains sunflower lecithin), honey (2.6%) (maltodextrin, honey), apricot pieces (2%), blueberry flakes (0.6%), mineral substances (calcium carbonate, iron (II) fumarate, zinc sulfate, potassium iodide), vitamins (C (L-ascorbic acid), E (DL-alpha-tocopherol acetate), B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), B2 (riboflavin), B9 (folic acid), D (D3 cholecalciferol)), bifidobacteria not less than 1x10^6 CFU/g.

The cereal's composition is quite rich, with a lot of vitamins and minerals. To be honest, I'm not a big fan of additives in my daily diet, but if my kid eats this cereal only occasionally, I'm okay with it.

Nestle Shagaika Multi-Zlakovaya Med, Abrikos, Malina Cereal Instead of sugar, the cereal uses maltodextrin and honey. It's only 2.6%, but I guess it's better than nothing.

I also like that the cereal contains corn flakes, blueberry flakes, and apricot pieces.

The composition didn't disappoint me.

PREPARATION | IMPRESSION

Nestle Shagaika Multi-Grain Milk Porridge with Honey, Apricot, and Raspberry I've gotta say, preparing this porridge is a breeze - just like any other kid-friendly option. Simply add the mix to warm water and stir.

Nestle Shagaika Multi-Grain Milk Porridge with Honey, Apricot, and Raspberry The porridge itself is a fine powder made from a blend of different grains, with visible pink and yellow specks from the raspberry and apricot, as well as some crushed cornflakes.

Nestle Shagaika Multi-Grain Milk Porridge with Honey, Apricot, and Raspberry One thing I appreciate is that this porridge doesn't have a strong, artificial scent - a definite plus in my book. If you sniff it closely, you might pick up on the aroma of regular grains and a hint of fruity notes.

Preparing the Porridge

Nestle Shagaika Multi-Grain Milk Porridge with Honey, Apricot, and Raspberry The best part? It's super easy to mix - no lumps or hassle whatsoever. The porridge dissolves quickly and evenly, making it a cinch to prepare.

Nestle Shagaika Multi-Grain Milk Porridge with Honey, Apricot, and Raspberry

Nestle Shagaika Multi-Grain Milk Porridge with Honey, Apricot, and Raspberry One of the things I love about this porridge is that you can adjust the consistency to your liking - just by tweaking the water-to-powder ratio. The result is a smooth, velvety texture with tiny bits of cornflakes that's perfect for gradually introducing your little one to solid foods.

Ready-to-eat OatmealI've gotta say, this oatmeal tastes great to me. It's got a hint of sweetness, but it's not too much - just the right amount. I can pick up on a honey-like aftertaste and some fruity notes. The flavor is super balanced, without any overpowering additives.

The kid loved it too, and he gobbled it right up.

Ready-to-eat OatmealNo allergic reactions or tummy troubles here.

Nestle Shagaika Multi-Grain Oatmeal with Honey, Apricot, and RaspberryI'm totally recommending this Nestle Shagaika Multi-Grain Oatmeal with Honey, Apricot, and Raspberry for purchase!

➕ Pros:

Availability;Price;Ingredients;Small, kid-friendly pieces for transitioning to adult food;Tastes great;The kid loved it;No allergic reactions.

➖ Cons:

To be honest, I didn't find any major downsides - this oatmeal is a winner!

That's it for now, hope this review was helpful. Thanks for reading!)