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Weaning signs: is your baby ready?
By Clare Firth on 01/10/2012 11:10:59
From waking at night to stealing food from your plate, we explain the signs that your baby is ready to move on from milk
to wean.Fiction: Your baby is putting things in her mouthOn its own, stuffing things in her mouth isn’t a sign that your baby is ready for weaning; it’s simply a developmental stage, where she’s exploring objects using the nerve-rich lips, gums and tongue
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Are E numbers ever OK for babies?
By Cheryl Freedman on 26/09/2012 17:59:54
They're a common ingredient in processed foods, but should additives really be avoided at all costs when feeding your baby?
to combine, like oil and water. These include locust bean gum (E410), made from carob beans, and pectin (E440), a common gelling agent found in apples and citrus fruits, which is used in jams.To reduce caloriesSweeteners are present in soft drinks, yoghurt
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Troubleshooting: Weaning at 7-9 months
By Christina Hilliard on 03/08/2012 01:29:27
Moving your baby on to solids isn't always a smooth process – here are some tips to overcome common weaning problems
purées can find the move to more ‘solid’ food tricky, but as long the lumps can be mashed down in the mouth, your baby should have no problem dealing with them without choking. It’s amazing what bare gums can get through!Phase out the puree You may find
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How to introduce lumps
By joanne Lumsden on 11/10/2012 13:00:25
Mastering lumpy food is essential for your baby's development. Here's how to make the transition go smoothly
yet; some babies don’t get their first pearly whites until after their first birthday. Her teeth will be ready and waiting just under her gums, making them hard enough to cope with the slightly lumpy but still soft foods you’ll be introducing
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