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Signs that your baby is ready for solids You will know your baby is ready for solids when: He is able to keep his head in a steady, upright position and has acquired head control.Keeps solid food in his mouth and then swallows it. He needs to stop using his tongue to push food out o... Read more
A transitional introduction to solids Solids must be introduced gradually, one at a time, waiting at least four days after each new food. This way you'll get a heads-up if your baby has any allergic reaction to any particular food (signs of an allergy may include diarrhea, a bloated tumm... Read more
Six rules to help develop good eating habits Don’t over feed your baby. Watch for cues that he's full.Don’t try to make your child eat food he doesn't like. Respect his preferences and avoid power struggles over food.Try to provide a balance of protein, carbohydrates, fruits... Read more
What drinks are suitable and not suitable for your baby? Babies don’t know the difference between sweetened and unsweetened drinks. Not all drinks are suitable for babies, especially if they are full of sugar, so don’t give your baby a sweet tooth by offering sweetened versions. Water is the ... Read more

Signs that your baby is ready for solids

You will know your baby is ready for solids when: He is able to keep his head in a steady, upright position and has acquired head control.Keeps solid food in his mouth and then swallows it. He needs to stop using his tongue to push food out o... Read more

A transitional introduction to solids

Solids must be introduced gradually, one at a time, waiting at least four days after each new food. This way you'll get a heads-up if your baby has any allergic reaction to any particular food (signs of an allergy may include diarrhea, a bloated tumm... Read more

Six rules to help develop good eating habits

Don’t over feed your baby. Watch for cues that he's full.Don’t try to make your child eat food he doesn't like. Respect his preferences and avoid power struggles over food.Try to provide a balance of protein, carbohydrates, fruits... Read more

What drinks are suitable and not suitable for your baby?

Babies don’t know the difference between sweetened and unsweetened drinks. Not all drinks are suitable for babies, especially if they are full of sugar, so don’t give your baby a sweet tooth by offering sweetened versions. Water is the ... Read more

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