It is important to continue providing formula through 12 months of age if not breastfeeding.įormula is still the main source of nutrition. Get more great breastfeeding information here! Formula-fed Babyīaby will start to consume less formula as they eat more baby food and table foods.
Table foods are the next step after baby has mastered baby foods and is developmentally ready for more chewing, texture, and flavor.īaby food and table foods are for learning new flavors and textures as well as learning to chew and eat from a spoon, with fingers, and to start self-feeding with utensils. “Table foods” refers to foods the rest of the family eats at meal times. On average, baby will feed 3-4 times per day.īaby will start to breastfeed less as they eat more baby food and table foods. It is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics to exclusively breastfeed (no formula) through the first 6 months of life and to continue breastfeeding through 12 months of age while complementary foods are added, as mutually desired by mom and baby.īreastmilk is still the main source of nutrition. Consult with a WIC Health Professional for more detailed and advanced information particularly for preterm, low-birth weight, special needs, or infants with medical conditions.
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