Solid food?

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My pediatrician recommended we start introducing solid food at 4 months. I have always thought 6 months was the guideline. 
What do you moms think? Anyone’s pediatrician say the same?

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With my first we waited till she was over 7 months. Solid food during the first year isn't even necessary, it's just to get them used to it. I honestly don't get why people are in such a hurry to feed their child solid food, it's one more thing you have to start doing and another added cost.

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My pediatrician said to start cereal with a spoon at 4 months. But nothing else but cereal and formula.

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Following

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I know it’s an exciting milestone to reach and to experience something new with your baby, but 4 months is still very early. I would wait until closer to 6 months. You should follow your babies lead and watch for signs of your baby showing genuine interest in wanting to try your food, should be able to sit up unassisted, they shouldn’t have the reflex that causes them to instantly push it back out, and most importantly, they should be able to move the food to the back of their mouth. I really wouldn’t rush it unless your Dr gives you a really good reason to start that early.

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My pediatrician said the same thing, but I’m going to wait until 6 months because we’re doing BLW and I want her to be ready and not force solids.

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Mine is the same! We already give him pear juice to rid his constipation and I let him smell what we’re eating. Our doc said that we could start introducing him to food soon but she’ll tell us more about it on our next visit. The best part is that he will be eating what we’re eating, so for example, I’ll be taking our veggies and pulverizing them in the magic bullet for him. Just a tiny bit at a time - I can’t wait!

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My pediatrician said 4 months is fine just for introducing solids - she said they don't really even swallow it at first and that it's more about introducing tastes and textures and getting them used to solids in their mouth. She said she usually recommends waiting until 6 months to introduce them if a baby's in the higher weight percentile.

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My baby’s pediatrician said 6 months because I am exclusively breastfeeding

Solid food?

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