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What are the pros and cons of baby oatmeal vs. rice cereal as baby's very first solid food?

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Dr. Elizabeth Wallen
Dr. Elizabeth Wallenanswered
Pediatrics 37 years experience
Your choice: There is a lot of back and forth on the internet about which is better. I personally don't think it is a huge difference. I DO think rice cereal is more constipating than single grain oatmeal.
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