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A member asked:
When should i start my baby on baby cereal? she's 4 months tomorrow. and how much how often?
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One year: Please hold on. Four months is way too soon. Your pediatrician will have given you a schedule or a baby book to read. Please do not give your infant food too soon.
Answered 1/10/2014
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