Hi there,

I have started solids for my 5month old...i am confused with schedule and the quantities pls help.. nini replied. hi mom

u can give 2-3 tbsp dry cereal mixed in 2oz formula or breastmilk. i suggest formula, coz when they get familiar with breastmilk taste then later they wont eat cereal with formula.

also if they eat 3tbspereal they wont be hungry for 3hr atleast. its good to give ceral in night time for better sleep. NINI replied. hi mom

for 5 month old baby u can give cereal once a day. if u r fully breastfeeding then 1 time per day is enough orelse ur milk supply will go down. my daughter is 9 months old. i gave solids 3 times when she was 5 months old. when i consulted my lactation consul..she suggested only once per day is enough.

when he/she completes 6 months then u can give twice like fruits/veggies and ceral. when he/she completes 7months then u can give 3 times per day.

takecare
nini