Nutrition & Feeding
Expert pediatric dietary counseling, weaning charts for introducing solids, exclusive breastfeeding support, and clinical care for childhood anemia, vitamin deficiencies, and food allergies.
Key Medical Offerings:
- Breastfeeding guidance and lactation support for mothers
- Month-by-month customized solid weaning plans (6 months+)
- Clinical management of iron, calcium, and vitamin D deficiencies
- Dietary plans for fussy eaters and picky toddlers
- Food allergy screening and elimination diet guides
Guidelines for Solid Weaning
Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for the first 6 months. Introducing solid foods (complementary feeding) should begin at 6 completed months while continuing breast milk.
We provide structured dietary weaning charts outlining the progression from purees to mashed foods, introducing single ingredients one at a time (e.g., moong dal soup, ragi porridge, apple mash), and tracking child preferences and allergies.
Managing Fussy Eaters
Fussy eating is a common developmental phase in toddlers. Tips to handle picky eaters include:
- Never force-feed your child; it increases anxiety and meal refusal.
- Offer small, frequent meals rather than large plates.
- Make food visually appealing and experiment with different textures.
- Ensure family meals together; children mimic eating patterns of elders.
- Limit cow's milk intake in toddlers to prevent iron deficiency (milk fills the stomach, reducing solid food intake).
Frequently Asked Questions
Common queries from parents regarding Nutrition & Feeding