Kol’s only child is four months old. So after milking, it’s time for solids. But from when to feed, what to feed will be easy for the child to digest – the new mother is worried about that. At this time, the relatives or the elders of the house give various new suggestions, so that instead of benefits, the conflict increases for the mother. ‘This is how we spent our time’ is often heard. But the child will be healthy if done exactly, pediatricians say. Not difficult, quite easy. Child’s body and mother’s work, in two senses.
Should I start feeding only with dal water?
The clear watery layer that floats on top of cooked lentils is usually fed to babies first. According to doctors, this water does not have any special health properties. Instead it can be replaced with fruit extract. Easy-to-digest fruits can be cut into pieces and pureed in a blender. Iron rich food will reach the baby’s body.
Long interval before any new food?
As the baby gets used to the new food, mothers wait a long time to see if the stomach can tolerate it. Then again he is introduced to another new food. Doctors say, this practice creates perfect babies. They are hesitant to accept new things. Instead, he can be introduced to several new foods in small amounts. However, both day spacing and awareness are important when feeding foods that are likely to cause allergies, such as cow’s milk, eggs, eggplant, or soybeans.
Is it okay to give spices?
Many people give very bad food to the child because it will be salty. It is seen that he soon gets bored and insists on not eating. Did you know, Indian spices are actually packed with properties, some of which aid in digestion. One also boosts immunity. Doctors say that a small amount of coriander, cumin, turmeric, ginger, garlic, onion can be mixed in baby’s food. It will strengthen his taste buds.
Some babies start solid foods at six months rather than four months. Give solid food only after understanding the baby’s body and definitely with the pediatrician’s advice. Don’t worry unnecessarily. Remember, a child’s closest friend is its mother. If the mother is disturbed, it affects the child as well.
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