At 10 months, a temporary reduction in solid food intake is quite common, especially during teething, increased activity, or developmental phases. The good signs are that he remains active, drinks milk well, and his weight gain appears acceptable (2.6 kg at birth to 7.9 kg at 10 months).
Avoid replacing meals with biscuits, as they can reduce appetite for nutritious foods. Instead, continue offering a variety of home foods such as khichdi, dal-rice, vegetables, fruits, curd, egg (if taken), and finger foods. Offer 3 meals and 2 snacks daily, without forcing feeds. Keep milk intake moderate (around 400–500 mL/day) so that hunger for solids develops.
There is usually no need for any appetite tonic if the child is active and growing. Please consult your pediatrician if there is weight loss, persistent feeding refusal, vomiting, swallowing difficulty, recurrent illness, or poor weight gain.
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