What foods come next after introducing cereal for weaning?

- once baby is used to cereal, you can start to feed vegetables, then fruits.
- begin by introducing 1-2 tsp at each meal, after baby has had some cereal.

- as with cereals, most experts recommend that you introduce a single new food at a time & feed it for several days before trying another new food.
- this will make it easier to identify the culprit if there is a food sensitivity or allergy.
- if your baby has diarrhoea, gets a rash, or vomits, do not feed the suspect food again until you have consulted your health care professional.

- start with strained, sieved, or pureed vegetables, choosing mild-flavored ones such as carrots, green beans, peas, potatoes & sweet potatoes.
- remove the fibrous parts before cooking, and avoid overcooking.
- when your baby is used to vegetables, introduce strained or pureed fruits such as apples, pears, and bananas.

- after baby is accustomed to fruits and vegetables, protein foods can be introduced.
- start with soft beancurd and cooked beans (skin removed; strained, pureed, or mashed).
- some authorities suggest that you wait until your child is 6 mths of age before you introduce minced meat & poultry to the diet (omit for vegetarians).