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Growth is often not steady and can occur in spurts, meaning that hunger and appetite can be unpredictable. Starting solids is a learning experience for both parents and baby, and needs to be done progressively to develop baby’s tastes. Remember, you’re introducing a new consistency that is thicker than breast milk or infant formula. The purpose of the first stage is to accustom your baby to the more solid consistency of the food, so don’t worry too much about volume. Keep in mind that food is meant to be enjoyed, and your approach to feeding is central to your child’s early feeding experience.  \nREMEMBER:  \nMess making is all part of your baby’s first attempts to learn to feed themselves and is an important part of the learning process.  \nBreast milk is the ideal source of nutrition for your baby and provides the necessary nutrients, fluids and energy up to around 6 months of age. At around 6 months, breast milk alone  \nparticularly for energy, protein, iron and zinc. This is when solid foods need to be introduced. Breastfeeding should be continued during and after introducing solid foods.  \nEarly nutrition provides a strong foundation for your child’s future health. As a parent, you are no doubt aware of the importance of providing the right nutrition and ensuring your little one gets enough of all those important vitaminsand minerals, such as iron, vitamin C and iodine, for healthy  \ndeciding the right time to introduce solid foods to complement their milk feeds.  \nExperts agree that solid foods should not be introduced before 4 months, but there is controversy as to whether they should be introduced between 4 and 6 months or at 6 months. According to Health Promotion Board recommendation*, parents can start to wean their babies from 6 months of age. It will depend also on the individual baby and their signs of readiness. Where possible, mothers should continue to breastfeed during and after the introduction of solid foods.  \nREASONS FOR NOT INTRODUCING SOLIDS  \nTOO EARLY (\u003C4 MONTHS):  \n Your baby may be at greater risk of unsafe swallowing, as they may not be developmentally ready  \n Solid food may displace some of their nutrient-dense breast milk or infant formula, which is needed to maintain healthy growth and development  \n There may be an increased risk of developing some food allergies and intolerance as baby’s immune system is still developing  \n May result in changes in stool consistency if your baby’s digestive tract is not able to digest these more complex foods yet  \n*Health Promotion Board (November 15, 2022). Getting ready for solids. Available [at www.healthhub.sg](at www.healthhub.sg)  \nINTRODUCING SOLIDS TOO LATE MAY:  \n Result in poorer growth if energy intake is not adequate  \n Increase the risk of nutrient deficiencies – particularly iron and zinc in breastfed infants  \n Delay jaw and muscle development which may lead to fussy eating down the track  \n Miss an important window where your baby is willing to try new tastes and textures, potentially increasing the chance of later food refusal  \nSIGNS BABY IS READY TO START SOLIDS  \ndevelop at their own pace and the range of normal progression varies greatly. The age of your baby is only one indication that your baby will be ready for solid food. There are a number of other visible cues to look out for. These may include:  \n Your baby showing an interest in food, including what’s on your plate – babies might also start putting their fingers in their mouths  \n An increased appetite and the want for more milk at the end of your baby's usual milk feed  \non a ","cbCaiihoEXJzpQoD","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiihoEXJzpQoD","pdf",12767723,32,"English","# Introduction to Solids\n## Why solids matter for baby and parents\n## Nutrition foundations and breastfeeding timeline\n## When to start solids (4–6 months) and readiness signs\n## Reasons to avoid introducing solids too early or too late\n## Practical guidance: introducing new foods one at a time\n## Equipment and feeding environment","[{\"question\":\"Why is introducing solids considered an important development milestone?\",\"answer\":\"Introducing solids helps babies adapt to a new, thicker food consistency and supports early feeding experiences for both parents and child. 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