{"id":1008368,"date":"2019-05-07T16:50:55","date_gmt":"2019-05-07T21:50:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?p=1008368"},"modified":"2023-11-17T02:02:54","modified_gmt":"2023-11-17T08:02:54","slug":"6-month-baby-food","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/6-month-baby-food\/","title":{"rendered":"What Should Your 6-Month-Old Eat? We’ve Got the Answers."},"content":{"rendered":"

It's so exciting when your baby becomes curious about food. She grabs at your plate and silverware\u2014making it nearly impossible for you to eat your own meal! Typically, this behavior begins around the six-month mark. And at this point, it's time for you to start experimenting with solid foods.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

When should I start feeding my baby solid foods?<\/h3>\r\n

Before you begin solid foods, ensure that your baby can hold his head up and sit upright in a high chair. Always supervise your baby during mealtimes.<\/p>\r\n

In addition to breast milk and formula, you can begin offering your baby many different foods as you start sharing mealtime together.<\/p>\r\n

Find more info on when you should start with solid food here.<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n

What should my 6-month-old eat?<\/h3>\r\n

Some of the first foods offered to babies are brown rice cereal and oatmeal. These bland options allow your baby to practice using a spoon and discover how her tongue works.<\/p>\r\n

Start by introducing dry cereal or grain puffs during mealtime, and let your baby feed herself.<\/p>\r\n

Once your baby is comfortable with cereal, offer:<\/p>\r\n\r\n