Introduction of Solid Food
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अथैनंजातदशनंक्रमेणापनयेत्स्तनात् l
पूर्वोक्तंयोजयेत्क्षीरमन्नंचलघुबृंहणम् ll
Breast milk is the most nutritious and perfect food for babies. Ayurveda as well as modern medicine suggest exclusive breast feed up to initial six months of age. Beyond that or between 4-6 months, additional food can be introduced to babies depending on their developmental status. Ayurveda conveys extensive information regarding introduction of solid food to babies under the term Sthanya apanayana (withdrawal of breast milk).
Time to Introduce Solid Food for Infants
Time to familiarize solid food to babies depends on various factors. This may differ in different babies. In general, solid food can be initiated if following development stages are fulfilled by the baby.
- Steady and upright head
- Sitting with support
- Bringing hands or toys to mouth
- Showing desire for food
- Opening mouth for feeding
These features may be seen from 4-6 months depending on rate of development of each child.
Ayurveda emphasizes breast milk should be given up to 6 months and all nutrients required for growth and development are enriched in breast milk. Beyond 6 months or as teeth starts to develop new food can be introduced by gradually withdrawing breast milk.
General Rules
Following things should be considered while administering solid food.
- While introducing new food, always start with single ingredient foodstuff.
- Wait for 3-5 days for any allergic response
- Another food should be introduced only after this period
- Feed in upright sitting posture
- Start with small quantity and gradually increase the amount
- Liquidity can be reduced slowly as the baby become able to swallow steadily
- Do not feed forcefully
- If child refuses the food, leave it and try again after a few days.
Ayurveda suggests that the food newly introduced should be light in property and nutritious. Also, Ayurveda advises to give food only in small quantity to the child. Food can be administered by mixing with goat’s milk.
Ayurvedic Reference of Introduction of Solid Food-Sthanya apanayana
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Type of Food
- Single ingredient food like rice, oats etc. can be given without adding salt or sugar
- Considering nutrition, Iron and Zinc are the most essentially required nutrients in 6-12 months of age. So, food like
- Single vegetable and fruits can be introduced in pureed form.
- Beyond 8 months, small portions of soft fruits can be given.
In Ayurveda, according to Acharya Kashyapa (an ancient Ayurvedic scholar), weaning can be started at the age of 6 months. It can be initiated by giving expressed fruit juice. Following that various sweet preparations with fruits like Priyalamajja (Buchanania lanzan), Yashti madhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Bala vilwa (unripe fruit of Aegle marmelos) etc. can be gradually included. After 1 year of age, different food stuffs as favored by the child can be provided.
Precautions
Following things should be taken care while feeding child.
- Avoid food like grapes, raw vegetables, nuts etc. that cause choking
- Avoid non vegetarian diet up to 1 year
- Avoid outside food and encourage home- made foods
- Don’t compel the child to have the food
- Use proper and safe utensils like spoon, bottle, cup etc. according to the age of child
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: Up to what age exclusive breast feeding required?
Answer: Ayurveda and Modern medicine suggest exclusive breast feeding up to 6 months
Question: What substitute can be given if there is no sufficient breast milk?
Answer: Ayurveda suggests administration of goat’s milk while modern medicine appreciates use of formulas in case of insufficient breast milk.
Question: What is the view of Ayurveda regarding solid food?
Answer: Ayurveda advocates familiarizing solid food which is easily digestible and nutrient rich. Food should be given in small quantities only.
Ayurveda has beautifully explained the method for baby care and nutrition. Ayurveda emphasizes physical as well as mental factors responsible for well-being of mother and child. Administration of medicinal herbs like Vacha (Acorus calamus), Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) etc. are also mentioned for the intellectual and neuronal development of the child. Dr. Gupta’s IAFA is extending our hands to ensure all the guidelines that Ayurveda provides to take care of your child’s health. IAFA is the most reliable destination to attain complete health through Ayurveda.
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