Patient's question:
Medical Description: My six-month-old male baby won't eat. When I feed him yolk puree, he doesn't swallow it down. We started introducing solid foods when he was four months old, but he has never been able to eat them. It's really worrying. Is there any good method to help him eat? He has always been exclusively breastfed.History of Treatment and Effect: No medical treatment has been sought.
Desired Help: I want to know how to get my baby to eat.
Doctor's answer:
The correct approach should be to start by feeding the baby a single type of complementary food, allowing them to gradually adapt, and then gradually increase to two, three, and eventually multiple types. Throughout this process, it’s important to closely monitor the baby’s reactions. If they are not accepting a new food, it’s best to wait for a while. Adaptation takes time, so don’t rush it.Generally, babies tend to accept foods like porridge more easily, so when a mother considers introducing complementary foods, porridge and congee are often the first choices. Once the baby has adapted to these foods, you can gradually add foods with softer textures, such as juice, vegetable juice, and fruit/vegetable purees. Apple and banana flavors are usually well-tolerated and can be tried first. Vegetables have stronger flavors, but it’s still worth trying leafy greens like cabbage and kale. Egg yolks are also a good option. Once the baby has adapted well, you can transition to meat and fish-based complementary foods.