Hello Doctor,
I’m a new mom, and I’m wondering what the best ways are to introduce solid foods to my baby. How can I ensure that my baby receives a nutritious and balanced diet as I start this new phase? What should I include in their meals, and when is the right time to introduce different types of foods?
Hello,
Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Galen. Please find the below response to your query.
To introduce solids to your baby:
1. Timing: Start between 4 to 6 months when your baby shows signs of readiness.
2. First Foods: Begin with iron-rich foods like fortified cereals and pureed meats or vegetables.
3. Texture Progression: Start with smooth purees and gradually move to lumpier textures.
4. Avoid Certain Foods: Avoid honey, sugar, salt, and processed foods before 1 year.
5. Continue Breast Milk or Formula: Keep breast milk or formula as the main source of nutrition until 1 year, offering small sips of water with meals from 6 months.
Thanks
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