At what age can you give pablum to a baby?

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Indeed, the moment of introduction of complementary foods (other than breastfeeding) can be a source of questioning for parents

In the natural development of the child, around 6 months, nutritional needs increase and the child needs foods that will provide energy. At this age, the need for iron increases, so cereals can fill this need while waiting for the introduction of meats and substitutes

Pablum is a cereal-based baby food enriched with iron and can therefore be introduced as early as 6 months of age. An earlier introduction can have consequences because the child does not have the digestive system to assimilate these nutrients. Moreover, the child could lose interest in the beers which are much more nutritious than cereals. It is therefore important to make sure that the child is ready, he should show these signs

At this point it is safe to introduce complementary foods. There are some babies that show these signs around 4 months of age but this is the cut-off age for introducing complementary foods

For more information, the Naitre et Grandir website is a gold mine to reassure parents --> https://naitreetgrandir.com

If you have any other questions, don't hesitate :)

JeanFelix Cote, pharmacist