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Mom of a 1 yr 2 m old boy7 months ago

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#asktheexpert my baby is now turning 8 months but still he refuses solid.he can’t open mouth when I force feed he cried. What should I do.

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ExpertDr. Pandurang sawantPaediatrician7 months ago

A. Hii parents,good afternoon Yu have to go ery slowly for winning food.start with dal pani,apple purry,banana purry.avoid to give milk immediately,if baby refuse solid food.Winning food should be pleasent moment for baby.keep baby with you while you have food for yourself.

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