Around 6 months, most babies are ready for food alongside breast milk or formula.
Signs of readiness
- Sits with support and holds the head steady
- Shows interest in food and opens the mouth
Textures by age
- 6 months: smooth, thick mash: rice-dal, ragi porridge, mashed banana, stewed apple
- 7–8 months: soft lumps: khichdi, curd, paneer, egg, soft vegetables
- 9–12 months: soft finger foods and chopped family food without extra salt
Good habits
- One new food at a time for 2–3 days, to spot allergies
- Always seated upright, always watched
Not before 1 year
- Honey, added salt and sugar, cow's milk as the main drink, juice, tea, whole nuts and whole grapes
Kitly Honey has silicone spoons, a suction bowl, sippy cup and bibs, plus a First Foods Chart and Choking Safety card.
General information only. Always follow your doctor's advice for your baby.
Kitly Honey · 6–12 months
Spoons, bowl, sippy cup and safety guards for the first bites and first crawls.
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