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2018-06-30 15:14:21
Hello doctor My baby is turning 6 months old (Male) What food can be started with and how gradually I can increase the quantity ? Could you please tell
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Start with liquid diet like rice water, Dal water, fresh juice, top milk, continue breast feeding

Answered2018-07-01 18:17:53

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At this age,give 1 solid meal including curd and Banana in the diet in addition to whatever you prepare at home,and 1 top formula feed and 4-5 breastfeeds. Ensure that you give water only after the solid meal.

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