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In how many months we can start feeding Semi solid food to kids

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In how many months we can start feeding Semi solid food to kids

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You can start feeding semi-solid foods to babies around **6 months** of age. This is the recommended time when most babies are developmentally ready for solid foods alongside breast milk or formula.

### Signs that your baby is ready for semi-solid foods:
- **Sitting up with support:** Your baby should be able to sit up and hold their head steady.
- **Showing interest in food:** If your baby watches you eat or tries to reach for your food, it’s a sign they might be ready.
- **Lost the tongue-thrust reflex:** Babies need to be able to move food to the back of their mouth and swallow it, rather than pushing it out with their tongue.
- **Increased hunger:** Your baby may seem unsatisfied after milk feedings and still seems hungry.

### Initial Foods to Start With:
- **Pureed vegetables and fruits:** Like carrots, sweet potatoes, apples, or pears.
- **Iron-fortified single-grain cereals:** Mixed with breast milk or formula.
- **Mashed bananas or avocados:** These are soft and easy to digest.

Start with small amounts (a few spoonfuls) and gradually increase as your baby gets used to eating semi-solid foods. It's also important to introduce one new food at a time and wait a few days before introducing another to watch for any signs of allergies.

#asktheexperts In how many months we can start feeding Semi solid food to kids