Baby drinks the broth but doesn't eat the contents?
⚡ Short answer: This situation is quite common in babies between 6-12 months.
Anonymous
bir anne · Feeding
My baby drinks the broth water but doesn't take the grains in his mouth. How can I get him to eat the nutrients inside?
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This situation is quite common in babies between 6-12 months. Babies first learn to sip and swallow liquid, but a grainy texture requires tongue-thrust reflex mastery and new muscle coordination — so it's developmentally normal for babies to hold grains in their mouth and push them back out.
One approach you can try: blend the broth smooth, then after a couple of weeks, leave very tiny soft grains (lentils, rice) barely mashed. This way both nutrition is preserved and baby gets used to new textures. You can also serve the vegetables from the broth separately in a bowl, mashing them with a fork; baby experiences the liquid and mash separately.
Important: This is a temporary phase. Forcing baby can reinforce food refusal. If there's no progress in 2-3 weeks or weight gain slows, I'd suggest talking to your pediatrician.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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