Food Introduction in Babies

FEEDING PRINCIPLES
Age	Food
0-6 months	Breast milk (best) or iron fortified formula
6 months	Introduce semi solid iron fortified cereal mixed with breast milk, formula, water or juice
7 months	Thickened cereal; introduce fruits, vegetables and meat one at a time, to assess for food allergies
8-9 months	Begin finger foods, soft food chunks and liquids via cup
10-12 months	Soft chopped table foods