What food to give baby for 6 months

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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy8 months ago

A. At 6 months, your baby is ready to start solid foods in addition to breast milk or formula. Here are some gentle and nutritious foods you can introduce: 1. Single-Grain Cereals: You can start with rice cereal or oatmeal, mixed with breast milk or formula to achieve a smooth, runny consistency. 2. Pureed Vegetables: Cooked and pureed vegetables like carrots, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, and peas are easy to digest and nutritious. 3. Pureed Fruits: Introduce fruits like mashed banana, apple puree, pear, or avocado. These are rich in essential vitamins and easy for babies to eat. 4. Mashed or Pureed Dal (Lentils): A well-cooked, mashed, or pureed lentil (dal) is a good source of protein and can be introduced around 6 months. 5. Homemade Rice Porridge: A mild rice porridge can be a great first food for your baby. It’s easy on the stomach and nutritious. 6. Full-Fat Yogurt: Some babies can tolerate plain, full-fat yogurt at this stage. You can introduce small amounts if your baby doesn’t have any milk sensitivities. 7. Soft Scrambled Eggs: Once you've introduced other solids, you can try offering well-cooked scrambled eggs or omelet, as eggs are a good source of protein and healthy fats. Always start with one food at a time and introduce new foods gradually to observe any allergic reactions. Ensure the food is pureed or mashed to avoid any choking hazard, and keep breastfeeding or formula feeding as the primary source of nutrition for your baby at this stage. If you're unsure or need more specific advice based on your baby's health and preferences, consulting your pediatrician is always a good idea.