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Diet to start with for 6 months old baby

2021-02-17 18:58:16
Please suggest what should be the diet to start with for 6 months old baby and how frequently should the supplements apart from breast milk should be given? Also, please suggest how to identify if baby has any issues with the food I provide 3xcluding breast milk.
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You can start with rice cereal or apple purée or cooked mashed vegetables like carrot Introduce one new food every week If baby has loose stools with any new food or allergic rashes you have to stop.

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Hi, Start with vegetables and fruits purée. You can give rice/ ragi/ sooji porridge. Give warm water to drink. Initially start with once/ day and then gradually increase to 4-5 times/day. Looks out for rashes/ stomach pain when you start the food. Give colicaid drops if crying excessively.

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