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Starting food for my 6 month old baby
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I am about to start solids for my baby who will turn 6 months in two weeks.
Need guidance on the same.
Baby is 71 cms tall, 7.1 kg in weight is on mixed feed.
Birth weight -2.53kg
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Greetings... Ur baby is growing very well . Start complementary feeds after completing 6 months , And it's better to start with RICE WATER initially to Prime the baby's gut for 1st week after that u can start Single CEREAL like RICE for next 15 days , after that introduce one fruit like steamed mashed Apple , sweet potato every week . And always maintain proper hygiene while feeding ur baby , Hope my Answer helped you.
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Since your baby is nearing 6 months, you can start complementary feeding while continuing breastfeeding/formula. Begin with one soft, iron-rich food once daily (2–3 teaspoons), gradually increasing the quantity and variety. Introduce one new food every 3 days, avoid honey, salt, sugar, and choking hazards. Feel free to consult for a personalized feeding plan.
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Your baby is growing well.
Start rice water, mashed bananas or potatoes.
Add curd, dal,etc.
Add one thing and continue it for a week before adding a different item.
You can add eggs too.
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Your baby's current parameters of 71 cm and 7.1 kg represent steady physical growth relative to the birth weight. At six months, you can introduce smooth purees or well-mashed home-cooked foods like rice porridge, ragi, or single vegetables. Offer solid food just once or twice a day in small amounts, such as 2 to 3 spoonfuls, to let the baby test textures. Introduce only one new food at a time and wait 3 to 5 days to monitor for any allergic reactions or digestive changes. Continue with your regular mixed milk feeds as breast milk or formula remains the primary source of nutrients
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Complementary feeding should ideally be started at around 6 months of age while continuing breastfeeding/formula. Begin with thick, home-prepared foods such as rice cereal, mashed rice with dal, khichdi, mashed fruits (banana, apple), vegetables, or ragi. Start with 2–3 teaspoons once daily and gradually increase the quantity and variety over the next few weeks. Introduce one new food every 3–5 days to watch for any allergy. There is no need to delay common allergenic foods such as well-cooked egg (after introducing basic foods). Avoid honey, salt, sugar, cow's milk as the main drink, and choking hazards. Continue breastfeeds/formula on demand.
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Start complementary feeding once the baby completes 6 months, continue vitamin D/iron supplementation if advised, and monitor weight gain and developmental milestones at regular follow-ups.
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Offer food with a spoon, not in a feeding bottle. Keep mealtimes relaxed and avoid force-feeding. Repeated exposure (8–10 times) may be needed before a baby accepts a new food.
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
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5 yrs exp
Rajkot
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Dr. Sachin Pariskar
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Pune
Kindly consukt once for discussion
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
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Hyderabad
Ok start
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