Choosing the right baby food for each age stage

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When is the right time to introduce solid foods to your baby?

If your baby doesn't breastfeed in the first 6 months, what kind of food should you introduce for weaning?

Should babies be introduced to sweet or savory flavors in their first weaning meal? (6-7 months stage)

Choosing the right weaning biscuits for your baby

Child's diet in the first 2 years

Deciding what to feed your baby for optimal digestive system development and comprehensive nutrition is a concern for parents, especially breastfeeding moms. Selecting safe, high-quality products suitable for the baby's age requires careful consideration. Here, Mytour shares recommendations for baby food based on different age stages. We hope through this article, moms can choose appropriate food for their babies' weaning journey.

When is the right time to introduce solid foods to your baby?

If your baby doesn't breastfeed in the first 6 months, what kind of food should you introduce for weaning?

Sometimes, due to milk allergies, insufficient breast milk, or irregular breastfeeding, babies may not receive enough milk. In such cases, mothers need to supplement with formula or weaning food (for babies in the 4th month) to provide essential nutrients. Choose suitable weaning powder for the baby during this stage to supplement vital vitamin B1, nourish the body, provide starch, and give energy for growth. Additionally, it helps with digestion, allowing better nutrient absorption.

Currently, the market offers weaning powder products from the Hipp brand designed for babies aged 4 months and older:

In a 125g jar: delightful fruit flavors like peach, apricot, banana peach,...
In a 250g can: Starting porridge, oat porridge, apricot peach yogurt,...

The product offers a mild sweetness and is made from natural ingredients, without refined sugar, promoting comprehensive development, delicious taste, and easy digestion for babies.

Check out some popular HiPP baby weaning products currently available at Mytour:

HiPP weaning powder for babies aged 4 months and older

Should babies be introduced to sweet or savory flavors in their first weaning meal? (6-7 months stage)

During the initial days of weaning, mothers should choose products suitable for the baby's digestive system while maintaining excitement for the baby's first meal. Suitable weaning foods at this age include powder, porridge, weaning biscuits, but the primary food for babies remains weaning powder. Weaning powder for babies comes in two main flavors: savory and sweet.

– Sweet-flavored weaning powder:

The main protein source is milk, and the base powder combines with foods like rice, fruits, vegetables,... to create a nutritious weaning option for babies.

– Savory-flavored weaning powder:

Mothers can explore Hipp jarred nutritional products with the following flavors: corn, sweet potato and turkey; Beef, sweet potato, mixed vegetables; Beef, mixed vegetables,... These products provide easily absorbable protein and iron for children, along with a sufficient amount of iodine within the limits set by the European Union.

Depending on each baby's preference for sweet or savory, for babies starting weaning, mothers should introduce sweet-flavored weaning first. Sweet flavors not only stimulate the taste buds but also resemble the taste of breast milk, making it easier for babies to adapt. When babies reach 7-8 months, with a more developed and robust digestive system, mothers can introduce savory-flavored weaning porridge, weaning powder to supplement nutrition, and help babies get acquainted with new foods like fish,...

Choosing the right weaning biscuits for your baby

During the teething phase, babies often experience gum discomfort. Introducing weaning biscuits at this stage can increase baby's interest in weaning. Choose the appropriate size and softness for your baby's developmental stage, allowing them to grip and digest without affecting their digestive system. Mothers can consider Hipp's super-clean teething biscuits to help children practice chewing with their first milk teeth, develop jaw muscles, stimulate saliva production, thereby supporting better digestive system function.

Choosing the flavor of weaning food significantly influences the baby's interest in different weaning options. It's essential to select suitable weaning food during this early stage of a baby's transition.

Weaning is the first solid food experience for a baby beyond breastfeeding, but it remains a supplementary meal. Breast milk continues to be the primary source of nutrition for the baby until 12 months. Start introducing the baby to more liquid foods (thicker than breast milk) and gradually transition to thicker solid foods for the baby to adapt.

Child's diet in the first 2 years

Order	Age	Weaning Method
1	6 – 7 months	1 meal of thin porridge approximately 100 – 200 ml.
2	8 – 9 months	2 meals of concentrated porridge around 200 ml.
3	10 – 12 months	3 meals of concentrated porridge from 200 ml – 250 ml.
4	12 – 24 months	3 meals of porridge 250 ml – 300 ml.
5	From 24 months onwards	Children can eat rice with the family.

Some tips for mothers when introducing weaning to infants in the first few months

5 – 6 months:

During this stage, avoid adding salt to the baby's food as it is not good for the baby's kidneys.

Avoid feeding the baby foods such as: shrimp, crab, octopus, various types of shellfish, black rice noodles, meat, cow's milk that may cause allergies.

7 – 8 months

At this stage, mothers can introduce lean meat or red fish to the baby. It's recommended to introduce different items one at a time to diversify the baby's menu. Include a variety of soft green vegetables in the baby's diet.

During this stage, mothers can choose cheese or yogurt products in moderation to introduce to the baby.

9 – 11 months

During this stage, babies can consume almost all types of vegetables. Mothers can feed the baby small pieces of the stem of kale. The baby can also eat the egg whites. However, it's advisable for mothers to cook the egg whites thoroughly before feeding the baby.

This is a compilation of weaning products for babies at different stages. Mothers should consider choosing suitable weaning foods based on each month to provide proper nutrition for optimal absorption of nutrients by the baby from these weaning foods!

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the right time to start introducing solid foods to my baby?

The right time to introduce solid foods is generally around six months. If breastfeeding isn’t adequate, consider introducing weaning foods to supplement essential nutrients, especially for babies around four months.

What types of weaning powders are suitable for babies aged four months?

Weaning powders like HiPP are ideal for babies aged four months, offering flavors like peach and apricot. They provide essential nutrients, including vitamin B1, while promoting easy digestion and absorption.

Should I start my baby's weaning journey with sweet or savory flavors?

Start your baby's weaning journey with sweet flavors, as they resemble breast milk and stimulate taste buds. After a few months, introduce savory flavors like beef and vegetables to diversify their diet.

What tips should I follow for choosing weaning biscuits for my baby?

Choose weaning biscuits that are soft and appropriately sized for your baby’s developmental stage. HiPP's teething biscuits are a great option to help babies practice chewing and develop jaw muscles while easing gum discomfort.

How should I adjust my baby's diet as they transition to solid foods?

Gradually introduce thicker liquid foods and then solid foods as your baby adapts. Continue breastfeeding until 12 months while providing varied weaning options to ensure comprehensive nutrition during this transition.