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Mom of a 4 yr 10 m old boy3 years ago

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hello my son is 22 months old and he is not chewing food yet. hence eats only soft food like oats, rice with sambar, ragi porridge etc. please suggest ways to make him learn how to chew

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ExpertDr Disha PatelAyurvedic Physician3 years ago

A. identify the type of food she likes and then give it more in Solid form so that she will be forced to chew. you may need to demonstrate about it

Kalindi BhavsarMom of a 8 yr 2 m old boy3 years ago

A. Hi mommy No need to worry Give some light food fruits and vegetables juice snacks etc in purée liquid form Maintain hydration Give ultra D3 drops and calcium supplements Burp well after evey feeding by holding your baby in straight right position and wait for burping atleat ten minutes

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