When additional food is started alongside breast milk after a child’s first six months, parents are often anxious, or unsure which food to give the child first and in what quantity.

In giving a child their first food, care must be taken that it is easily digestible and causes the child no difficulty. As the child grows, physical growth and mental development must be watched according to age.

What the nutrition advice and meal planning covers

  • Complementary feeding after six months
  • Food charts by age (6, 7, 8, 9 and 10–12 months)
  • Growth and development nutrition
  • Toddler nutrition: meal planning for children aged 1–3 years
  • Meal planning for pre-school and school-going children (3–12 years)
  • Underweight and overweight management
  • Healthy diet plans and tiffin ideas for school-going children
  • Growth and nutrition assessment

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General appointment

Duration: 30 days

A one-month diet plan and counselling, according to your condition.

  • After 30 days, book a follow-up as needed.

Common questions

Questions, answered

When should I start giving my child additional food?

Additional food is started alongside breast milk after the child’s first six months. This is complementary feeding.

What should the first food be like?

In giving a child their first food, care must be taken that it is easily digestible and causes the child no difficulty.

Are there separate charts for each age?

Yes. Separate charts are provided for children of 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10–12 months. Beyond that there are separate plans for toddlers (1–3 years) and for pre-school and school-going children (3–12 years).

Do you advise on school tiffin?

Yes. Healthy diet plans and tiffin ideas for school-going children are part of the plan.

Book an appointment to secure your child’s health.

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