Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Type Of Diet Need To Be Followed For 18 Month Old?
My child started eating solid foods very late (18 months). He was doing fine for three weeks but is now refusing any form of solid food but eats fine when it is pureed. Should I let him go hungry and force him to eat some sort of solid food (this rarely works although I haven t tried keeping him hungry for more than three hours) or shall I keep pureeing it? The doc s advice is to let him go hungry and he will then eat but my child is more than happy to not eat.
Thu, 23 Jul 2020
Hi,
Gradually change consistency from semisolid to solid; avoid shifting all of a sudden to solids. Giving snacks like banana/biscuits in his hand will promote self eating and get him adjusted to solids. Some children takes time- no need to worry.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
Gradually change consistency from semisolid to solid; avoid shifting all of a sudden to solids. Giving snacks like banana/biscuits in his hand will promote self eating and get him adjusted to solids. Some children takes time- no need to worry.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....