#asktheexpert what solid food recommended for 6 month boy

A. At 6 months, you can start introducing soft, easily digestible solid foods along with continued breastfeeding or formula. Start with one food at a time and wait 3-5 days before introducing a new one to check for allergies. Best First Solid Foods for a 6-Month-Old 1. Single-Grain Cereals (Iron-Rich) 🥣 Rice Cereal / Ragi (Finger Millet) / Oats Porridge ✔ Mix with breast milk or formula for a smooth texture. 2. Fruits (Soft & Mashed) 🍌 Banana – Naturally sweet and easy to digest. 🍎 Steamed Apple Puree – Helps digestion. 🥭 Mango Pulp (in moderation) – Vitamin-rich. 🍐 Pear Puree – Gentle on the tummy. 3. Vegetables (Boiled & Mashed) 🥕 Carrot Puree – Rich in Vitamin A. 🥔 Mashed Potato or Sweet Potato – Energy-giving. 🎃 Pumpkin Puree – Easily digestible. 4. Lentils & Pulses 🥄 Moong Dal Soup – Gentle on the stomach. 🥣 Dal Khichdi (Rice + Moong Dal, blended well) 5. Dairy (Small Amounts) 🍼 Homemade Curd (Yogurt) – Good for digestion. 🚫 Avoid cow’s milk before 1 year. 6. Other Healthy Options 🥄 Homemade Suji (Semolina) Porridge 🥣 Homemade Ragi Porridge 🥑 Avocado Mash – Healthy fats for brain development. Feeding Schedule & Tips ✔ Start with 1 meal a day, then gradually increase. ✔ Consistency: Initially, make it puree-like, then move to a thicker texture. ✔ No Salt, Sugar, or Honey before 1 year. ✔ Avoid packaged baby foods; homemade is best.