When does a baby start eating solid foods?
⚡ Short answer: For a baby who is breastfed, the transition to complementary foods is recommended by both the Turkish Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization (WHO) when the baby is **6 months old**.
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When does a baby start eating solid foods?
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For a baby who is breastfed, the transition to complementary foods is recommended by both the Turkish Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization (WHO) when the baby completes 6 months. That is, not at exactly 6 months, but by the end of the 6th month.
Important points:
- For the first 6 months, only breast milk (or formula recommended by a doctor if breast milk is not available) is sufficient. No water is given.
- From the 6th month onwards, complementary feeding begins, but breast milk remains the main source of nutrition. Complementary food is a supplement to milk.
- Initially, single-ingredient, puree-consistency, and low-allergy-risk foods (such as vegetable puree, yogurt, rice flour pudding) are preferred.
- The baby should be able to sit upright at this time, control their head, and show interest when they see food.
Each baby's readiness is slightly different, but 6 months is the general rule for when to start. Decisions to start earlier (4 months) or later should always be made with the child's doctor.
⚕️ 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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