The process of replacing mother's breast milk with Baby diet Is called Weaning.It has to be done gradually.It is one of the most crucial period in the child's growth because if not properly done the child could get malnourished from the faulty practices.It has two stages,First the mother's breast milk is replace with other milk and the second where the other milk is replaced by thick feed or easy to digest food.

  • The breast feeding should be prompted up-to six months after that weaning is induced.Cow milk, goat milk or infant milk formula available in the market should be started.The milk should be pasteurized.
  • Dilute the milk, for the first month equal quantity of water should be added to dilute the milk.As the months pass,the amount of water should be decreased.Cow milk could be given with dilution.Milk powder should not be added.
  • After eight months other milk should be replaced with thick easy to digest food.
  • Food should be given in small quantity and increased gradually.
  • Fruits and vegetables should be soft and diluted.
  • Child's eating capacity is limited so the feed must be given six to eight times a day in small amount.
  • Everyday seasonal fruits should be given.
  • If the child is sick ,small multiple feed should be given,the feed should be nutritious.
  • The food should be clean and fresh,special care should be taken while preparing the meal for the weaning child.
  • After one year the child should consume dal,rice, mashed vegetables and other light food items.
  • Too much Candies and Chocolates should not be given to the child.
  • Child should be encouraged to eat with his own spoon or use his own small utensils.
  • Khichdi made from rice ,pulses and vegetables should be given .Oil should be used in minimum quantity.
  • Breads,puddings and cakes could be given.