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Baby first food

2023-12-04 15:48:08
My baby is now 6months of age and weighs more than 8 kg. He is on Enfamil formula milk. What should be baby's first food at 6 months of age? What should be quantity and frequency of it with continuation of milk? What should be transition food after 2 -3 months since first food? Should i switch to buffalo milk? If yes, quantity at a time?
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You can start with fruit or vegetable purees, mashed potato, dalia. Make it semisolid neither too liquid nor too solid.

Answered2023-12-05 15:53:41

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You can start with mashed fruit , rice porridge Single food at a time ..increase gradually.

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Please consult pediatrician as proper detailed history is not possible on chat in your case and then take medicines.

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Consult to Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment

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"Feeding Patterns and Diet for Childrens 6 Months to 8months" by Dr.Shebin C E - https://www.practo.com/healthfeed/feeding-patterns-and-diet-for-childrens-6-months-to-8months-43979/post

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