When to start solids

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My baby is 5months old.she is 6.5kg now and her birth weight is 3.2kg.From when I can start solids to baby.if I start what kind of food I should give to baby..

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Dr. Sasidharan

Pediatrician 25 yrs exp Hyderabad

Madam exclusive breast feeds is strictly recommended for six complete months. Any home based food after six months can be started which is soft palatable &need not be chewed upon. Feed in sitting &upright posture. Regards

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Dr. Hithysh BM General Physician 5 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Hithysh BM

General Physician 5 yrs exp Bangalore

Hello don start solid food till 1 year you can start on semisolid food after 6 months like fruits and vegetables soup Milk, boiled smashed vegetables and rice consult paediatrician for further evaluation and treatment.