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My baby is 5 months 6 days. She is on Formula fed as my milk has dried up. Can I start giving my baby solid food? Please suggest.
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After 5 months of age you can start with semisolid diet for the baby, like boiled fruits/vegetables and cereal puree.
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Dr. Ramya Srinath
Pediatrician
11 yrs exp
Bangalore
Continue formula feeds till child had completed 6 months and displaying the 4 solid readiness signs.
Breast feeding can be attempted again by relactation.
For any queries, book an online consultation with me. I am a lactation consultant, IYCF (Infant and Young Child Feeding) nutrition expert with an interest in Childhood Infections and Vaccinations.
Take care!
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Dr. Vinit M Mehta
Pediatrician
13 yrs exp
Vadodara
Better to starts solids after completed 6 months for the health of the child.
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