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Starting solids
When should I start solids .. my baby is 5 month old.. is feeding chair necessary.. also what foods should I start with and how much.. please guide why diet chart that I can follow
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Refer to IYCF guidelines available free online which is approved by WHO and IAP. As general guidelines
One to one discussion is needed to assess your child and advise accordingly
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Dr. Mounica Gudavalli
Pediatrician
7 yrs exp
Vijayawada
Start with mashed rice with boiled or fried potatoes , thick dal with ghee in it, cooked vegetables , green leafy vegetables , carrot , sweet potato , beetroot etc ..Initially feed two three spoons slow increase to half katori . Can give papaya , cheeku and bananas at evening time and apple and carrot steamed in form of puree..
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Richa Singh Rajawat
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Noida
At 6 months of age you should start complementary feeds. High chair is not necessary but helps to establish a routine and a practice to sit and eat at one place keeping food in plate. It's one sort of conditioning.
Start with fruits or vegetables in mashed puree form with 2-3 spoons a day. Increase the frequency and amount gradually. Give the same fruit or vegetable for atleast 2-3 days to assess allergy.
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