For a 6-month-old baby, their diet should still mainly consist of breast milk or formula. At this stage, you can gradually introduce complementary foods such as a moderate amount of biscuit powder, rice powder, and infant formula, with the amount of egg yolk added increased to one. When observing the baby’s good stool condition, you can gradually increase the amount of porridge and vegetable puree, and replace fruit juice with fruit puree to enrich the taste and promote digestion. For babies with erupted teeth, trying to give them small pieces of biscuits can help exercise their chewing ability, while also promoting dental and jawbone development.
When choosing complementary foods, it is recommended to focus on homemade family meals, with an emphasis on breast milk initially, coupled with appropriate complementary foods such as easily digestible noodles rich in protein, fat, and carbohydrates, as well as millet congee, oatmeal porridge, etc., to meet nutritional needs and gently regulate gastrointestinal function.
For babies on breast milk experiencing heatiness, mothers should pay attention to their personal diet, reduce intake of greasy and spicy foods, and opt for mild and heat-clearing ingredients such as celery and Chinese cabbage. For babies, supplementing with diluted pear juice or grapefruit juice to replenish vitamin C can be done. If necessary, consulting a doctor and using mild heat-clearing medicines such as Isatis root and honeysuckle can be considered.
Regarding mixed feeding, it is important to prioritize breastfeeding and avoid mixing breast milk with formula in the same feeding session to prevent interference with breast milk production. If breast milk is truly insufficient, supplementing with formula can be done in moderation, ensuring that breastfeeding is not disrupted, as breastfeeding has significant benefits for the physical and mental health of both mother and baby.
As for infant recipes, a simple example is making egg dumplings: finely chop lean meat and Chinese cabbage, season, combine with beaten egg, fry into egg skins to wrap the filling, and cook into dumplings – delicious and nutritious, suitable for infants and young children.
For the care of newborn babies, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment is crucial. Maintain clean, ventilated, moderately warm (about 21-24 degrees Celsius), and humid rooms. Due to the low immunity of newborns and their susceptibility to external influences, keeping them warm and choosing soft, absorbent clothing is important for protecting their delicate skin. Also, monitor the baby’s body temperature changes, adjust the environment and clothing as needed to ensure their comfort and health.
