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Should we start solid food for baby at the start of 6th month or end of 6th month? What is the best 1st food..

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Dr. Prathibha Reddy

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Start with 6th month. Try with cerelac . Fruits like apple purée ,mashed bananas nd kichidi with dal , carrot….

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