Introducing Solids To Baby

Your baby will be ready for solids around 6 months of age. Introducing solids to your baby is a huge milestone to reach, but how do you know when your baby is ready? There are several things that you can look for to determine this:
*Good head control
*Able to sit up, unsupported
*Growing appetite, milk/formula alone doesn't seem to be doing the trick anymore.
*Signs of curiosity in your food

If you think your baby is ready and have spoken with your pediatrician, then you can go on and try to give solids. The general rule is only one new solid every week to check for food allergies. The most common food to start with is rice cereal. Just give a teaspoon or two after the bottle. Mix the cereal with breast milk or formula. This will help introduce your baby to new textures. To start only do this once a day until you feel your baby is ready for more.
Even though your baby has started solids, most of your babies nutrition will still come from breast milk or formula. So it's important to stay on schedule with those feeding. Good luck and remember to take your time and follow baby's lead!