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When can you start solids for baby? Is it true that if a baby starts sitting and showing interest in food we can start solids at 5 months or before?
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Greetings ideal time to start is After 6month "​​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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