Hello Dr. Tanvi is 5 months old what food will you prefer to start?

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Author of questionGuardian of 2 children2 years ago

A. already I have started rice water what else

POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy2 years ago

A. The American Academy of Pediatrics says that for most children, you do not need to give foods in a certain order. Your child can begin eating solid foods at about 6 months old. By the time he or she is 7 or 8 months old, your child can eat a variety of foods from different food groups.4 to 6 months: Single-grain cereals. ...4 to 8 months: Pureed veggies, fruits, and meats. ...6 to 8 months: Single-ingredient finger foods. ...9 to 12 months: Chopped, ground, or mashed foods. ...Create a routine. ...Understand that starting solids takes time. ...Introduce a variety of foods. ...Prepare for messes.For the first 4 to 6 months, breast milk or formula is the only food your baby needs. After that, you can start solid foods when your baby show signs of readiness. At first your little one will keep it simple with just a few teaspoons of a one-ingredient food (like a pureed fruit, veggie, or meat) every day.Introduce mashed and mildly cooked fruits to your baby, such as bananas and avocados. Soften oatmeal and rice-based cereals with breast milk, formula, or water for a 5-month-old baby. Avoid giving your baby raw vegetables, and give them well-cooked and pureed vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and papaya.

POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy2 years ago

A. Rice water for babies is often recommended as a weaning food after 5 months of exclusive breastfeeding. Although it has less nutritional value, it is hypoallergenic and easily digestible food. Rice water lacks certain vitamins, proteins, and fibers compared to whole rice.