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QUOTE So I was planning to introduce solids to my 4 month old this week and continue to breastfeed - don't tell me I'm going to be doing my child some sort of disservice by feeding her solids early? I don't know the answer. I only know what I read and there is dispute out there. That's why I'm keen on the NMHRC Infant Feeding Guidelines being released. You can only be guided by those caring for you. If you are unsure about solids could you ring your CHN for another chat, she knows your situation. All the best. |
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QUOTE (lucky 2 @ 16/04/2012, 11:02 PM)  If you are referring to combination or formula fed babies, I don't know the answer to your question, that's why (IMO) complementary feeding recommendations need to take into consideration the diet of the baby (ie only breast milk or other). That's OK lucky2 I didn't expect that anyone would know the answer, I doubt there is one! |
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Ha, I didn't expect you to expect me to answer that question... But I thought I'd give it a try
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How about breastfeeding your baby and following your baby's cues to start solid foods? We started at 6 months by offering food that he could grab and munch on. He's 14 months now and not very interested in solids. He's just started to become interested. He is breastfed on demand, he's healthy, strong and happy.
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