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please suggest the baby foods and the quantities for 7 month old baby and how many times should i give him solid food?

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#asktheexperts 
please suggest the baby foods  and the quantities for 7 month old baby and how many times should i give him solid food?

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For a 7-month-old baby, you can introduce a variety of solid foods along with breast milk or formula. Here's a general guideline for baby foods and quantities:

### Suggested Foods
1. **Cereals**: Iron-fortified single-grain cereals (e.g., rice, oatmeal)
2. **Vegetables**: Pureed or mashed (e.g., sweet potatoes, carrots, peas, squash)
3. **Fruits**: Pureed or mashed (e.g., bananas, apples, pears, avocados)
4. **Proteins**: Pureed meats (e.g., chicken, turkey), legumes (e.g., lentils), and small amounts of yogurt or cheese

### Quantities and Feeding Schedule
- **Breast Milk or Formula**: 24-32 ounces per day
- **Solid Foods**: 2-3 times a day

### Example Feeding Schedule
1. **Morning**:
   - Breast milk/formula: Upon waking up
   - Breakfast: 2-3 tablespoons of iron-fortified cereal mixed with breast milk or formula

2. **Mid-Morning**:
   - Breast milk/formula

3. **Lunch**:
   - 2-3 tablespoons of pureed vegetables (e.g., sweet potatoes or carrots)
   - 1-2 tablespoons of pureed fruits (e.g., apples or bananas)

4. **Afternoon**:
   - Breast milk/formula

5. **Dinner**:
   - 2-3 tablespoons of pureed meat or legumes (e.g., chicken or lentils)
   - 1-2 tablespoons of pureed vegetables

6. **Evening**:
   - Breast milk/formula before bedtime

### Tips
- **Start Small**: Begin with a small amount of food (1-2 teaspoons) and gradually increase as your baby gets used to eating solids.
- **Variety**: Offer a variety of foods to ensure a balanced diet and to expose your baby to different tastes and textures.
- **Monitor for Allergies**: Introduce new foods one at a time and wait a few days before introducing another new food to monitor for any allergic reactions.
- **Texture**: Ensure foods are smooth and well-pureed to prevent choking. As your baby gets older, you can gradually introduce more textured foods.

Always consult with your pediatrician before introducing new foods to ensure they are appropriate for your baby's specific needs and development.

#asktheexperts please suggest the baby foods and the quantities for 7 month old baby and how many times should i give him solid food?