hello doctor. my baby is of 5 months 6 days..she us not gaining weight and is on my feed completely.. can i start dal water or any fresh fruit juice for her now and continue with semi solid later when she is 6 months old??

1 Answer

ExpertDr Disha PatelAyurvedic Physician3 years ago

A. hi, it's good to start weaning food after 6 month only. feed as often as they seem hungry or want comforted, offer more breastfeeds, feed from both breasts at each breastfeed.

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