You may be wondering if one option is better than the other.  I, personally, feel that using a combination of the two is ideal.  Here's a quick overview of the pros and cons for each type of product: Jarred Baby Food Pros Works on fine motor skills by using utensils  Longer shelf life than pouches More cost-effective A wider range of food choices Recyclable Jarred Baby Food Cons Glass jars can break Baby Food Pouch Pros Convenient Older babies can feed themselves Less messy Resealable  Baby Food Pouch Cons Doesn't foster the use of a spoon Tend to be more expensive More likely to grow mold Not recyclable  While jarred infant foods appear to be the better option, remember, it's all about balance.  If your baby really enjoys pouches but you are concerned about delayed fine motor skills, simply squirt the pouch into a bowl!