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I've given Lo tofu a few times. Sometimes she likes it, other times not so much

No, I don't really think it's good for you, what with the phytoestrogens. I'd be fine with letting someone else feed it to her, and if she grows up liking it she can choose that, but we won't really serve it to her.

Since my oldest (3.5) doesn't like meat much he eats more tofu and eggs and we'll sneak in meat here and there with his meals just so he's not always eating tofu and eggs.

I gave it to her during the finger food stage but she wasn't a huge fan so I've forgotten about it since then.

@sarac: same here!!

I try to avoid soy because it's not so healthy... and it's also a highly GMO food too it's a bummer because I loved edamames!!!

so we don't plan to feed LO tofu.

@caffeinated: It's my understanding that phytoestrogens aren't bad for you, it is just questionable in very high amounts over long periods of time. Nuts, other beans, and veggies all have phytoestrogens. Soy has a huge amount, and the potential issue is with people (like vegetarians) consuming huge amounts. I really don't know a ton about it though.

@cvbee: Haha, I definitely feel that way sometimes!

We're more concerned about the possible effects on prepubescent boys and girls. Phytoestrogens are in all kinds of things though - from cosmetic products to lavender. And lots of studies say they are good for cancer prevention and easing the effects of menopause in adults. I just wouldn't have soy every day, that's all.

@cvbee: I agree! I still gave LO tofu for dinner though. Lalalalala...

@JerricaBenton: We eat tofu maybe once a week (and no soy milk), so i'm assuming that it won't have much affect on us!

Interesting ... Little Y loves tofu and eats it most days. Hmmm.

@Mrs. Yoyo: I've read lots about the benefits of phytoestrogens, too - cancer prevention, regulating cholesterol and as PP have mentioned, it's something that is naturally found in a lot of plants, not just soy.

I think as far as diet goes, allergies & sensitivities aside, a healthy balanced diet with exercise is best.
We're vegetarians but that doesn't mean we only eat tofu. We have a broad variety of meals and maybe have something with tofu once or twice a week tops.