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My 8mo used to eat a lot of the pured baby foods till 3 days ago. now he spits it out, only eating cereal. why does he do this at every meal now?

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Dr. David Ziring answered

Several possibilitie: We typically recommend starting solids at 6 mos, introducing green veggies first, a new food every 3 days. While your baby may have an aversion, he could also have reflux, or a viral illness. Your doctor can help differentiate.

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Answered 4/19/2016

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A member asked:

My 8mo used to eat a lot of the pured baby foods till 3 days ago. now he spits it out, only eating cereal. why does he do this at every meal now?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Ziring answered

Dr Miller and another doctor agreed

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