The World health Organization recommends
to wait until your baby is at least six months of age
before starting food other than breast or formula milk.
There are few indicators which can help you
in deciding when to start semi solids.
Every child has a different appetite and responds differently to
adapting solid food. These are just recommendations. Don't try to force
your child, give time to get used to new tastes and textures. If you
have any worries , you can always see a paediatric dietitian or visit a baby
health clinic.
| AGE GROUP |
6-7 months |
7-9 months |
9-12 months |
| Milk&Dairy |
600
ml of breast or formula.From dairy, a yogurt can be introduced |
500-600
ml of breast or formula. From dairy,a cottage cheese
can be introduced. |
500ml
of breast or formula. cow's milk can be used in
preparing pudding such as rice pudding or custard.
soft cheese cubes can be offered. |
| Cereals |
Introduce
a rice cereal. Once accepted, then introduce oats
and barley.
|
custard and porridge can
be introduced. |
Introduce
bread, pasta or couscous. |
| Fruits & Vegies |
Start
with cooked and pureed vegetables such as carrots,
sweet potatoes, or squash.
Stewed apple or pears, mashed bannana |
Progress
to darker vegetables, such as peas, green beans,
and beets. 3 to 4 Tbsp. daily. If your baby accepts,
try to give lumpier food .
soft or cooked non citrus fruit 4-5 Tbsp. |
Soft pieces of raw fruit—peeled, seeded,
and chopped.
|
| Meat
and Alternatives |
None
|
None
|
Minced
or diced cooked fish, meat & chicken. Vegetarians
can subsitute meat with lentils, beans and tofu.
4 to 8 Tbsp. daily
|
