Starting complementary foods in infants

The time to start giving your baby solid food is unique to your baby and may be different for each baby. Generally, babies are ready to take solid foods around 6 months, but some babies may be ready earlier or later.

Before starting solid foods, there are a few tips to make sure your baby is ready:

1. Ability to hold head up: Your baby should be able to control his head and neck and hold his head upright.

2. Swallowing ability: Your baby needs to be able to swallow food. It is not enough that your baby has just learned to chew, he should also be able to swallow food and swallowing reflexes should be developed.

3. Show interest: Your baby needs to show interest and hunger at feeding time. It is important for him to feel hungry and show interest in accepting complementary foods.

Before starting solid foods, it is recommended to consult your doctor to make sure your baby is ready. It is important to observe your baby's reactions by starting with one type of food first. Some babies can be allergic to certain foods, so it's important to talk to your doctor and monitor your baby's allergic reactions before starting a new food.

Pureed vegetables, fruits, grains and protein sources can be used as supplementary foods initially. It may take time for your baby to get used to a new food, so be patient and get used to it gradually. Take care that the foods you will use as supplementary food are organic and natural, and make sure you give your baby enough fluids.

In summary, before you start giving your baby solid foods, consult your doctor and make sure your baby is ready. Before starting a new food, monitor your baby's allergic reactions and gradually get used to it. Take care that additional foods are organic and natural, and ensure that your baby gets enough fluids.