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Re-activateYesterday's post, When to get started on baby food, addressed food for babies ages 4 to 6 months.
When your baby is 7 to 10 months old, you can start trying bite-sized foods, such as Cheerios, pieces of bread, well-cooked pasta, avocado, cheese, and meats cut up for easy chewing. Your pediatrician will be your best source of advice about what to feed your baby and when, and what to do if you hit a snag—if, say, your baby rejects certain foods or suddenly starts eating less (not unusual when a baby is teething). (Learn more about food choking hazards for babies and young children.)
At each well-child visit, starting at about 4 months, you'll probably get a new list of foods your baby can eat and a list of what to avoid, such as peanut butter. (It's generally a no-no until at least age 2.) You may be told to introduce foods one at a time to make sure your baby isn't allergic to them. Always supervise your child when he's eating. (See our full report on high chairs.)
Some more baby food tips:
For more information about baby products and care, see the latest edition of Consumer Reports Best Baby Products, also available in bookstores nationwide.
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