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Weaning: before you begin
Baby food by age: birth to six months
It's recommended you exclusively breastfeed your baby for the first six months. After that, you can gradually introduce solids. Find out which foods to introduce when and how.
When should I introduce solid food to my baby?
Solids: feeding your baby safely
A guide to starting baby foods: photos
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How to prepare baby food safely
Your baby's immune system is still developing and her tummy vulnerable to bugs and infections. Find out why food hygiene is important and how to prepare baby food safely.
How much milk does my six-month-old baby need?
When and how should I add spices in my baby's food?
My baby has started solid foods, do I still need to breastfeed?
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Baby food by age: 10 to 12 months
At this stage your baby isn't quite ready to eat everything you can eat. But she can still join in with your meals. Find out which foods are safe and which ones to avoid.
Baby food by age: seven to nine months
How can I get my baby interested in solid foods?
I've just started weaning, how can I encourage my baby to like savoury foods?
Which weaning foods to introduce when
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Safe drinking water
Water-borne diseases are common and your baby is vulnerable to viruses, bacteria, and other parasitic infections during her first year of life. Find out how to keep her safe and healthy.
Is it safe to give my baby juice?
When should I start giving my baby cow's milk?
Will adding some sugar to a glass of whole milk help by child digest it better?
Introducing milk to your baby's diet
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Food allergies in babies
Find out all about food allergies in babies and children and how to tell the difference between a food allergy and food intolerance.
What is the difference between cow milk protein allergy and milk lactose intolerance?
Should I avoid gluten in my baby's first foods?
Can I put salt in my baby's food?
Is it safe to give my baby honey?
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Baby food: first cereal recipes
Weaning recipes: From purée and soups to khichdi and kheer, try our easy to follow recipes for healthy, tasty and nutritious meals for your baby.
Baby food recipes from six months
Baby food recipes from seven to 12 months
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