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Hi dr. My baby is 5 month's old n my brest milk is not enough for him, can i start solid or Semisolid food for him, if yes then how to start...
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It prevents babys kidneys from solute overload ..
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If baby has doubled his birth weight then not to worry start weaning after 6 months
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Dr. Amrita Shirude
Pediatrician
11 yrs exp
Pune
If your baby has completed 5 months and of he is gaining good wt that means it should be double the birth wt( that indicates his growth potential is good) then you can start with semisolid foods
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Dr. Venkat Pusala
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Guntur
U can start
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