Weaning Counselling Flashcards
1
Q
When does weaning occur?
A
6months
2
Q
What foods are typically started first in weaning
A
Small pieces of solid foods
Baby rice w/breast/formula milk
Fruit pieces
Veggies
3
Q
Does a mother stop breast feeding when weaning occurs?
A
Continues roughly up to 1year
4
Q
What should a baby not eat (2)
A
Honey
Nuts / Peanuts
5
Q
What should we tell a parent starting to get their child to eat / wean? (2)
A
Keep a food diary
Little and often
6
Q
Red flags for weaning / safety netting
A
changes to apetite
Loss of weight
Growth concerns
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