Question 1

is it normal to feel slight pain and have difficulty swallowing solids a day or so after having choked on food?

Accepted Answer

Could be.: There could be residual inflammation in the esophagus or throat from the choking episode.  That being said, if you're not better in another day or two you need to see a local doctor to make sure the choking episode didn't cause anything more long lasting down there.

Question 2

i have difficulty swallowing solid foods what could it be can't see any lumps on.my neck?

Accepted Answer

Swallowing Issue: The cause couple be reflux, spasms of the esophagus, a zenker's diverticula or a mass or tumor. Ask your physician for a referral to an ENT doc.

Question 3

what. is considered  non solid. food ?

Accepted Answer

Liquid: Anything that pores like a liquid. No chunks.

Question 4

can a baby 3month old have solid food  thanks?

Accepted Answer

Avoid: =birth to 4 months=
avoid honey until over 1 year of age
avoid water supplementation
avoid semi-solid food until age 4-6 months
-infants do not accept semi-solid food
-tongues protrude when spoon in mouth
-unable to transfer food to back of mouth
-risk of choking.

Question 5

when should i start feeding my baby solid food?

Accepted Answer

6 months or later: Most babies are ready to eat solids once they are about 6 months of age. This is the age they reach for things , able to transfer objects from hand to hand and put things in the mouth. They also start teething about this time.Start with rice cereal.

Question 6

my baby is 3 months old when we start solid food for her?

Accepted Answer

Solid food: The american academy of pediatrics suggests that you can start solids at 6 months.I use the following criteria: 13-16 pounds , or 3-6 months, whichever comes first.

Question 7

what are the benefits of prolonging solid food for babies?

Accepted Answer

Breast milk/formula: are all that is needed until infants are at least 4-6 months old.   Early introduction of solids has been associated with food allergies and over feeding and obesity. Breast feeding protects against diarrhea illness Also, some high fiber foods may cause diarrhea, gas, cramps.   After 6 months, milk may not provide enough iron for blood and muscle growth, so foods that contain iron are recommended.

Question 8

how many jars of solid food should a 7 months old eat a day?

Accepted Answer

No set number: Solid foods were once used to make up for deficiencies in home made milk formula used in the 50's to 80's.A return to breast FDG & modern formulas changed the value of solids from nutrition, to a pathway to teach baby to eat from implements & transition to table foods. There are no set lesson plans shown better for baby than just sampling different things over time & letting baby try table foods.

Question 9

help! is 4 months too soon for a baby to start on solid food?

Accepted Answer

Cereal introduction: It is generally recommended:  rice cereal at 4 months, vegetables at 5 months, fruits and juices with a cup at 6 months, meats and finger foods at 9 months, table foods and whole milk at 1 year.  Have fun!

Question 10

my daughter will turn 6 months soon. what solid food should i start her with and how much?

Accepted Answer

SOLID FOODS: Start with cereal mix with milk in semi-liquid form. Give by spoon feeding and watch her swallow her food. Amount is  a small bowl. Gradually introduce fruits and veggies as  tolerated.

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Is it normal to feel slight pain and have difficulty swallowing solids a day or so after having choked on food?

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I have difficulty swallowing solid foods what could it be can't see any lumps on.my neck?

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What. is considered non solid. food ?

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Can a baby 3month old have solid food thanks?

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When should i start feeding my baby solid food?

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My baby is 3 months old when we start solid food for her?

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What are the benefits of prolonging solid food for babies?

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How many jars of solid food should a 7 months old eat a day?

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Help! is 4 months too soon for a baby to start on solid food?

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My daughter will turn 6 months soon. what solid food should i start her with and how much?

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