Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Baby not eating food
My baby is 11 months old. Her weight is 7.5 kg. We are mother feeding her from the beginning. From 6 months onwards, we are trying to give her other foods but she is not eating them. She is eating only fruits like Apple, Banana and biscuits. She is not even touching idly, dosa or any rice. If we force her to eat, she is crying a lot and spitting them out. Sometimes, we put her in hunger without mother feed and try to give rice but still she is not eating them. My wife is quite exhausted because of her. Can you please give me any good advise to make her eat food?
Answers (1)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Try to include some variety in the diet and include all food groups.
Try different textures...mashed,semisolid,puree,soup,solid,
crunchy etc..
Don't give mother's milk at night.
Whoever is feeding should also sit with their own plate while feeding baby and feed similar food to the child. The child will see and eat.
Give Dal rice,khichdi, upma, poha, chapati,vegetables, kheer, soups,curds, colourful fruits.
Next Steps
most importantly, don't fuss with the child over food. let the child enjoy the process of discovering new flavours and textures.
Health Tips
avoid biscuits/chips/ junk food completely.
it is all trial and error. so don't get too tensed. Parents relax and try to make eating fun for the child.
Check the internet for some healthy interesting recepies for children. you'll find plenty.
Answered
Flag this answer
2/2 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.