2006-11-30 02:09:56 · 15 answers · asked by peek-a-boo 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Yes. The best indicator of what a child can and should eat at this stage is the child. At that age introduce small portions of new foods and then watch for signs of discomfort. Some children can eat these types of food and some cannot - each is unique. Just go slowly and watch carefully and your child will let you know!
2006-11-30 03:11:04 · answer #1 · answered by denim 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sure. Peek, you should consider getting a book called "What to Expect the First Year" and "What to Expect the Toddler Years". We had both of these books and they were the instruction manuals for our kids. They have a list every month of things the child should be doing, sleep habits, possible problems, health concerns, just about everything under the sun. I would have been completely lost as a parent without them.
2006-11-30 10:14:36 · answer #2 · answered by Robert A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, my son was eating the flavor oatmeal at that point. Of course the doctor told us he could eat whatever he wanted (with in reason). They usually can start eating table foods at 6 months.
2006-11-30 10:54:40 · answer #3 · answered by Fallon V 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
of course!
don't make the entire diet focus on the oatmeal though
the oats aren't broken down in the baby's mouth, but will be broken down in the stomach - this will cause gas, but it shouldn't be enough to cause discomfort (it's nothing to worry about) unless of course, s/he does seem to be in pain.
try mixing apple sauce, or other fruit sauces into the oatmeal for flavor, the baby will appreciate it. i don't know if adding maple syrup is ok though, it might be too much sugar
2006-11-30 10:17:33 · answer #4 · answered by Jim 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes I have a 16 month old and hes been eating reg oatmeal for awhile he likes the instant variety packs with peaches and cream, strawberry and cream,etc..oh and I add just a touch of butter
2006-11-30 10:20:31 · answer #5 · answered by Georgia Peach 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes just so you know that i have two kids over the age of one that i let eat soft foods before they where supposed to and neither one of them have anything wrong with them give that baby almost anything you want just think of it this way if i had no teeth would i be able to eat this my three months eating baby cereal and they try to tell me to wait until he is atleast four months what ever
2006-11-30 10:17:26 · answer #6 · answered by angie f 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah but they seem to like it better with a little milk mixed in. You can sweeten it with a SMALL amount of sugar, but stay away from honey for a few more months.
2006-11-30 10:12:43 · answer #7 · answered by boots 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was feeding my kids anything that they could eat at 10 months. They are totally healthy and fine!
2006-11-30 11:15:39 · answer #8 · answered by MANDY 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You bet! My son started mixed cereal at 2 weeks old. He is 3 1/2 now and not one problem.
2006-11-30 10:33:06 · answer #9 · answered by amanda.jessen 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
yes just be carefull and be sure to watch him while his eating. make sure is well crushed other wise he will choce on it
2006-11-30 10:17:50 · answer #10 · answered by SeXy BaBe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋