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So confused first time mommy to 5mth baby should we start solids now or at a yr some drs say 6mths others say year why the big discrepancy?

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You can: It depends on the drs experience.Usually solid food started after 6 months unless the baby has a GI problem.

Answered 6/10/2014

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