Question
Hello, what should be the daily care for a six-month-old baby? What are the special precautions to take at this stage?
Answer
Hello, a six-month-old baby typically requires 14 to 16 hours of sleep per day, though this can vary from individual to individual. At this stage, it is not recommended to wean the baby; if possible, breastfeeding should continue until the baby is one year old. After six months, you can start introducing solid foods, beginning with rice cereal and gradually adding in egg yolks. Currently, it is not advisable to feed the baby meat. Feeding times should be around ten hours. The best time to wean should not exceed the baby’s first birthday. After four and a half months, supplementary foods can be introduced appropriately, but should start with small quantities and gradually increase.