The right nutrition during infancy is important for infant growth and development. For most of babies breastfed more than enough and all they need for the first 6 months. Breastfeeding provides protection from disease and is the best source of nutrition for your baby.
This is the reason why doctors recommend breast milk the most economical and best food for your baby. In certain cases if the mother is unable to produce enough milk, breast milk substitutes can be used in addition to breastfeeding. It is important to seek medical advice in such cases.
When should solid foods be introduced?
When your baby has been getting double their birth weight and can hold their heads continue and even be able to sit with a little support, it is the right time to introduce solid foods. On average a baby to show progress within 4 to 6 months from birth.
For infants 4 to 6 months of grain foods should be introduced, such as yeast (nachni) and rice. Began to introduce one new cereal like wheat / yeast / rice at a time. If you would like to introduce another new cereals do that after 3 to 7 days.
When you first start feeding your baby cereal watch out for symptoms such as diarrhea, wheezing, rash, itching, vomiting or coughing. If your baby shows any of these symptoms they may be allergic to new foods and you should immediately consult with your health care provider.
Prepare cereals following the instructions on the packaging. Start with 1 teaspoon mixed with 4 to 5 teaspoons milk or water. Do not add honey, syrup or sugar to your baby’s cereal.
For infants 6 to 8 months you can start introducing fruits, vegetables and protein. Start with a teaspoon of fruit juice or vegetable soup and gradually increasing to 6 to 8 teaspoon each meal is divided between two meals today.
Only after your baby can comfortably consume fruits, vegetables and cereals you can begin to introduce a source of protein such as soft cooked egg whites, chicken or meat soup, or mashed cooked dried beans, fish and yogurt.
It is always better to feed 1 to 2 hours before feeding your baby solid foods, this is to make sure the baby is getting enough milk is no doubt the best source of nutrition.
Remember that children eat more because they have smaller stomachs while their high energy needs. Introducing the initial nutritious food to help in developing healthy eating habits for life.
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