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What are the weaning foods for a 9 months old baby?

Dr Sangeeta Saxena
Assistant Commissioner (Child Health), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare,
Govternment of India

Q: What are the weaning food (solid food) and its varieties for 9 months old baby?

A:Semi solid, calorie dense, soft consistency, freshly prepared home made foods are the best weaning foods for babies. Examples in the Indian context are halwa- e.g. suji halwa, suji kheer, mashed banana, mango, idli with chutney (without chilli), khicdi with ghee, dal chawal mashed, aloo ka halwa, cakes.