Best Strategies For Weaning Flashcards
A babys first taste experience Can set them up for
A great relationship with food
When weaning, offer baby _ to encourage a variety in future
Variety of flavors
Starting weaning with savory flavors encourages _
Kid to accept solid savory foods
Weaning with savory flavors Can have good influences on
Veggie intake
Babies most likely to accept new foods between _ and _ months
6
12
Between 6-12 months food introduction will help babies set up
Good dietary habits for life
When introducing, be patient because _
Repeated exposure is vital
It can take more than _ attempt with same food for it to be accepted
10
Baby-led approach means
Baby feeds themselves
Parents following a baby-led approach bypass purées and offer _ from start
Finger foods
Finger foods have to be soft enough to reduce risk of choking and
Squash between gums
When making purées, start off watery like milk and then
Gradually thicker and lumpier
Try and feed babies same time each
Day
_ can help make a positive association with eating
Playing music at meals
Eat together with baby to teach them
How to chew and swallow food