Question

I was told you can add baby rice to a baby's bottle to start with. Is this correct?

Answer

It's advised that you do not add any solids to a baby's bottle as these can clog up the teat and possibly cause choking. Also, if the solids contain sugar, they can lead to tooth decay if given in a bottle. This is because the baby may 'nurse' the bottle, so that the liquid is in contact with teeth for a long time.

 

So when you start to wean, try mixing baby rice with baby's usual milk and offering a small amount on a spoon instead. Weaning is all about getting your baby to take food from a spoon and get used to new textures that are different from milk.

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