What foods should I start introducing with solids?
⚡ Short answer: Start introducing solids with single-ingredient purees: first vegetables (unsalted squash, carrots), then fruits; introduce each new food alone and wait 2-3 days before trying something new.
Anonymous
6 aylık bebek annesi · Feeding
My baby just turned 6 months old and I want to start solids. Which foods should I start with first, and what order should I follow?
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Starting solids with your 6-month-old is an exciting—and wonderfully uncertain—time. Here's the safest approach:
Begin with single-ingredient, easy-to-digest foods:
- Vegetable purees: Carrots, squash, potatoes, sweet potatoes—single ingredient, steamed and pureed.
- Fruit purees: Apple, pear, banana, peach—not raw; gently steamed and pureed. Banana can be raw and mashed well.
- Yogurt (homemade, unsweetened): Fine from 6 months—start with a teaspoon or two.
Order doesn't matter much, but a general suggestion: introduce vegetables first (let her discover unsalted vegetable flavor before sweet tastes), then fruits, then yogurt. Introduce each new food 2-3 days apart on its own; this way you'll know which food causes any allergy or sensitivity if one appears.
Start with just 1-2 teaspoons the first time and watch her reaction. No pressure—let this be exploration.
If you see a rash, diarrhea, vomiting, or fussiness after any food, stop that food and contact 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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