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"Learning to like, liking to eat"

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Don't we all wish our children can be like that? Many of you (yes, you as parents!) would have questions about when, what and how to feed my child. 

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When can I start feeding solids to my baby? What food is good for my child's growth and development? How do I prepare the food? What can my child not eat? My child is fussy- what can I do?

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So many questions would have crossed your mind. Being a parent is not easy.

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Fret not! We are here to guide you through this memorable journey as your baby grows up to be a healthy child.

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Weaning

 

Weaning, also known as complementary food, is introducing foods other than breast milk or first infant formula when your child is around 6 months. Once your baby is 6 months old, he/she should be introduced to a variety of food alongside with your breast milk or first infant formula.

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Yes! It can be confusing- knowing when, what and how to start your baby's weaning steps. We have tricks, tips, recipes, pictures and, even videos for you! 

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WEANING: Why not earlier than 6 months? 
 

Your baby does not need additional food before the first 6 months of life. Your breast milk is sufficient as long as your baby is thriving (look at your baby's growth chart). Don't rush! It is not a race.

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Deferring complementary food to 6 months of age will not result in your baby not accepting solid food in the future.

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Introducing solid food earlier than 6 months of age means that you will REDUCE the amount of breast milk which is helpful in protecting your baby from infections.

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At 6 months, your baby would be better at moving food around the mouth (munch, bite, chew and swallow)

BE ADVENTUROUS..

 

Children need all the 6 types of FOOD GROUP to GROW healthy

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What do I need to prepare before I start weaning my baby?

Parents tell us....

 Forget about the messy face and messy floor, it is normal..

Mrs A, Kuala Lumpur

  • High chair - your baby needs to be in an upright position (for them to swallow properly)

  • First cup - instead of using a bottle, it is recommended to have open cups or free-flow cups (without a valve) to help your baby to learn to sip. Good for their teeth too

  • Spoons - soft weaning spoons (rubber/plastic). Easier  for your baby's gums 

  • Plastic bowls - if you want, can get those with suction base (if not, be prepared for a messy floor!)

  • Ice cube trays - useful for batch cooking and freezing small portions

  • Bibs -you wouldn't want your baby's beautiful outfit to be a 'disaster'

  • Place mat - you can also put a newspaper instead, handy for messy eaters, hehe..

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