Babies start to grow teeth at seven months old, and as they grow, their digestive system gradually develops. It's time to choose some complementary foods for babies. I believe many parents who are just starting out as parents are not very familiar with it. And asking for the opinions of elders may feel unprofessional, after all, the previous generation did not attach great importance to baby food and nutrition. So, what are the baby's complementary foods?
Firstly, adding complementary foods to babies should be done gradually. In terms of choosing complementary foods, there can be a transition from single to complex, from thin to thick. Due to the underdeveloped teeth and digestive system of the baby at the beginning, their chewing and digestive abilities are not fully developed.
Secondly, 10 month old children can transition from raw foods to ground foods such as soft rice, minced meat, shredded vegetables, eggs, fish, soy products, fruits, etc. You can eat milk three times a day, two main meals, and one fruit meal. Exercise children's grasping ability and try to encourage them to actively participate in eating. Children aged 7-9 months have gradually transitioned. Children aged 10 months can grab food, and by the age of 1, they can eat with a spoon.
Finally, it is important to provide your baby with a rich variety of food, even if it is only in the stage of adding complementary foods. It is important to pay attention to providing your baby with a rich variety of food and avoid consuming complementary foods that have been around for several months, such as rice paste or noodles with vegetables. Because rich food can enhance a baby's interest in eating, eating on their own can also benefit their coordination of eye and hand movements and cultivate independent abilities.
