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parents are encouraged to introduce their baby to a variety of
textures. Delaying the introduction of lumpy foods beyond 9 months has
been found to be associated with feeding difficulties and lower intake of
fruits and vegetables later in life. Caregivers should still avoid hard, small
and round, or smooth and sticky foods as these may causes aspiration and
choking.
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Nutritionging data to support
that the early introduction of common allergens, such as peanuts, may
actually help prevent allergies.
Food textures
Before 2014 Health Canada recommended babies be introduced to pureed
foods. Now <span>parents are encouraged to introduce their baby to a variety of
textures. Delaying the introduction of lumpy foods beyond 9 months has
been found to be associated with feeding difficulties and lower intake of
fruits and vegetables later in life. Caregivers should still avoid hard, small
and round, or smooth and sticky foods as these may causes aspiration and
choking.
Toss the Sippy Cup
Guidelines now encourage a child to start using an open cup starting at six
months to encourage mature drinking skills. These should be used with
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