Starting solid foods is a major milestone for both baby and parent. The World Health Organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of life, after which solid foods should be introduced alongside continued breastfeeding.
The first foods should be smooth, soft, and easily digestible. Fortified cereals like Nutri-Win Infant Cereal are ideal first foods because they can be mixed to any consistency, are easy to swallow, and provide the iron that breast milk alone cannot supply from 6 months.
"Begin with just one to two teaspoons and gradually increase portion size over days and weeks. There is no rush — the goa..."
Key nutrients to focus on from 6 months: iron (to replace depleting stores), zinc, calcium, and energy-dense whole grains. A varied diet introduced over the first year provides the best foundation for lifelong eating habits.
Signs your baby is ready for weaning: can sit up with support, shows interest in food, has lost the tongue-thrust reflex, and can move food to the back of the mouth to swallow. Always consult your healthcare provider before beginning weaning.
