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Mom of a 4 yr 1 m old girl2 years ago

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can we give solid food like rice roti & fruits to a baby with 4 teeth in front. can they chew by their gums? or they just swallow?

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ExpertDr. Mohammed imranPaediatrician2 years ago

A. yes in small quantities you can give Take a well balanced nutritious diet add dry fruits powder in the diet add more fruits and vegetables in the diet maintain hygiene in the area

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RashmiMom of a 10 yr 11 m old girl2 years ago

A. They are just going to swallow so you just have to give it to their childhood me give it in such a form like in the soggy phone that your child can easily swallow it slowly gradually your child is going to learn but right now you should be giving each and every thing to the child

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