1. The Importance of Baby Complementary Food
Baby complementary food refers to adding some complementary foods to meet the nutritional needs of the baby after weaning. Complementary food plays a very important role in the growth of your baby. Appropriate addition of complementary foods can not only increase nutritional intake, but also cultivate children\’s taste and digestion ability, and promote their healthy growth.
2. Different stages of complementary food production
1.4-6 months: rice noodles, fruit puree, vegetable puree, etc.
At this stage, since digestion is not fully developed, you need to choose foods that are easy to digest. Rice noodles are a great option and can be paired with fruit or vegetable purees to add texture and nutritional value.
2.7-9 months: meat, fish, beans, etc.
At this stage, your baby needs more protein and iron to support physical development. Meat, fish and beans are all good choices. These foods can be roasted or steamed and mashed into a puree.
3.10-12 months: noodles, eggs, cheese, etc.
At this stage, the baby\’s digestion has basically been developed, and more complex foods can be gradually added. Noodles, eggs, cheese, etc. are all good choices and can be cut into small pieces or grilled and cut into small slices.
3. Things to note when making complementary foods
1. Hygiene requirements: When making complementary foods, you need to pay attention to hygiene and ensure that tools and ingredients are clean.
2. Taste and nutrition: Food supplements should have good taste and nutritional value, and seasonings can be added appropriately to increase the taste.
3. Portion: Complementary food should be portioned, not too much or too little.
4. Feeding method: You need to pay attention to posture and method when feeding to ensure that the baby can eat smoothly.
4. How to choose appropriate complementary foods
1. Observe the baby\’s reaction: When adding new complementary foods, you need to carefully observe the baby\’s reaction. If discomfort or allergic reaction occurs, the addition needs to be stopped in time.
2. Choose according to the season: Season is also an important factor in choosing complementary foods. Choose refreshing, easy-to-digest fruits and vegetables in the summer, and nutritious meats and beans in the winter.
3. Choose according to the baby\’s taste: Different babies have different taste preferences, so you need to choose appropriate complementary foods according to the baby\’s taste.
In short, making complementary foods is a process that requires patience and care. Only by paying attention to hygiene, taste, nutrition and portion can we ensure that the baby gets enough nutrition and grows up healthily.
