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He is asking for junk. how to avoid
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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 6 m old boy6 months agoA. It's common for babies and toddlers to be attracted to junk food, especially if they see others eating it. But at 9 months and 20 days old, your baby should still be eating mostly homemade, nutritious food.
✅ How to Reduce Junk Food Cravings?
1️⃣ Don’t Introduce Junk – If the baby hasn't tasted chips, chocolates, biscuits, or packaged food yet, avoid giving them.
2️⃣ Offer Healthy Alternatives – Instead of biscuits, offer homemade fruit puree, yogurt, or soft boiled veggies.
3️⃣ Make Nutritious Food Look Tasty – Shape fruits and veggies into fun designs or mix flavors.
4️⃣ Set a Family Example – If older siblings or parents eat healthy, babies follow.
5️⃣ Distraction Works! – When baby demands junk, distract with toys, books, or playtime.
6️⃣ Limit Outside Exposure – If baby doesn’t see junk food around, they won’t crave it.
🔹 Best Snacks for a 9-Month-Old:
✅ Soft fruit slices (banana, mango, papaya)
✅ Homemade pancakes (atta + banana)
✅ Vegetable sticks (steamed carrot, sweet potato)
✅ Homemade cheese cubes
❌ Avoid:
🚫 Chips, chocolates, biscuits
🚫 Sugary juices or flavored milk
🚫 Fried and spicy food
Does your baby already have a strong preference for junk food, or are they just starting to ask for it?
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