Weaning secrets to help children stay healthy and grow quickly

Many parents make the mistake of only feeding their children processed foods. Nutritionists recommend introducing babies to fresh foods early, such as ripe bananas, boiled sweet potatoes, avocados, and mashed beans.

Dr. Patty Lammatteo has conducted many scientific studies showing that training young children to eat fresh food brings many health benefits, especially good for the digestive system. Photo: Kidsmebaby.

Dr. Patty Lammatteo, an expert in the field of nutritional care for young children in the US, shared on Kidsmebabythat the mistake of many parents is to only breastfeed or feed their children with powdered foods, canned porridge without practicing using fresh foods when they are young. As a result, the child's digestive system does not "experience" a variety of foods and gradually becomes weak.

"Many children grow up only liking to eat processed foods that are poor in nutrients and turn their backs on fresh foods such as vegetables, tubers, and fruits which are rich in nutrients necessary for the body. Not to mention, packaged foods always contain a certain amount of preservatives that are not good for children if used for a long time," the doctor warned.

According to doctorPattyParents can introduce their children to fresh foods right from the weaning stage without having to wait until their children have all their teeth.Pay attention to signs that your baby wants to put something in his mouth, which means he can start eating solid foods.In the early stages, try easy-to-digest, nutritious foods such as mashed bananas, ripe sweet potatoes, mashed avocado, soft beans, soft boiled chicken... When your baby starts eating solid foods, give him the same food once or twice a day.

Parents can feed their children.Or put food in a choking-proof chew bag for your baby to suck on like a bottle.As your baby becomes more comfortable and enjoys the food, feed more often and sit at the table with the family. Keep this pace until your baby can feed himself with his hands or a spoon and fork.

Parents can use a spoon to feed their baby pureed fresh food or put it in an anti-choking chew bag so that the baby can hold and suck it like a bottle. Photo: Kidsmebaby.

Developing healthy eating habits requires patience, don’t rush. If your child isn’t eating fresh foods as suggested above, try waiting a week or two as your child may not be ready or may need a little more time to develop. Give your child the opportunity to take the initiative or try something else. If you continue to offer food and your child is still not interested or unable to chew on their own, talk to your doctor for advice.

Note when using the anti-choking bag, if the food seems dry or difficult to get out of the bag, soak it in a little water, milk or formula to soften it. Then the food will be easier to get out. Practice getting your baby used to food at different temperatures, maybe a little colder or hotter. Use each new food for at least 3 days before switching to another.

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