Introducing solid foods to a baby is an exciting milestone, and it's essential to do so gradually while paying attention to your baby's cues and development. Every baby is unique, so it's crucial to consult with your pediatrician before introducing new foods.

Here's a general guideline for introducing solid foods to a baby during their first year:4-6 months: Single-Grain Baby Cereal: Start with iron-fortified single-grain rice or oatmeal cereal mixed with breast milk o formula. Pureed Fruits: Begin with mild fruits like apples, pears, and bananas.

Cook or steam them before pureeing. Pureed Vegetables: Start with mild vegetables like sweet potatoes, carrots, and peas.

Cook or steam before pureeing. Pureed Meats: Introduce iron-rich meats such as pureed chicken or turkey.

Ensure the meat is finely pureed and cooked thoroughly. Single-Ingredient Purees: Offer single-ingredient purees to help identify any allergies or sensitivities.

6-8 months: Mashed or Soft Fruits: As your baby becomes more accustomed to textures, introduce mashed fruits like avocados and ripe peaches. Mashed or Soft Vegetables: Introduce mashed or soft cooked vegetables like squash, zucchini, and mashed potatoes.

Yogurt: Full-fat plain yogurt can be introduced for added calcium and probiotics. Small Pieces of Soft, Cooked Pasta: Gradually introduce small, well-cooked pasta shapes.

Cheese: Offer small, soft pieces of mild cheese. 8-10 months: Finger Foods: Introduce bite-sized soft finger foods like small pieces of cooked vegetables, soft fruits, and well-cooked pasta.

Soft, Shredded Meat: Offer finely shredded or minced pieces of soft meats like chicken or beef. Egg Yolks: Introduce cooked and mashed egg yolks.

Wait until around one year to introduce egg whites. Cottage Cheese: Offer small amounts of cottage cheese.

10-12 months: Chopped or Diced Soft Foods: As your baby develops more teeth and motor skills, offer finely chopped or diced soft foods. Whole Milk: Whole cow's milk can be introduced after the first birthday.

Finely Chopped or Shredded Vegetables and Fruits: Continue to expand the variety of fruits and vegetables offered. Soft Bread or Toast: Introduce soft bread or toast strips.

Remember, always supervise your baby during meals, and introduce one new food at a time to monitor for any allergic reactions. If you have concerns or questions, consult with your pediatrician.

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