![]() Iron-rich foods include pureed meats and legumes, eggs, and iron-fortified whole grain baby cereals. So iron-rich foods, along with the nutrients you're already providing through formula or breastmilk, are an important source of nutrients for your baby. that in 2010 the American Academy of Pedatrics (AAP) began recommending all babies be screened for these conditions at 12 months. ![]() And that may be more important than you realize, because iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia is enough of a problem in the U.S. ![]() These are signs that your child may be ready for solids."īaby cereal mixed with breastmilk or formula is a common first food that’s inexpensive, easy for babies to eat, and nutritionally sound, particularly in terms of iron. Jaime Daugherty, Registered Dietitian and Assistant Professor at Fontbonne University says, "Around this time, you may notice your baby reaching for some of your food and showing interest in what you are eating. Somewhere around 6 months, when your baby can sit up on their own and has adequate head control, your child's pediatrician will begin talking with you about introducing solid foods into their diet.
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