Question

How much food should a 5-month-old baby consume?

Answer

A baby’s diet should start with small amounts and gradually increase, with attention to the variety of foods. Here are dietary recommendations suitable for a 5-month-old infant:

  • Provide formula milk 4 times a day, with each serving about 200 milliliters.
  • You can begin introducing diluted fruit juice and vegetable soup, each serving about 20 milliliters.
  • Start increasing the amount of egg yolk gradually, beginning with 1/4 of an egg, and after a week, increase to 1/2 of an egg, then eventually to a whole egg.
  • Offer warm water between meals, about 30 milliliters each time, to help the baby stay hydrated. It’s important to let the baby gradually adapt to new foods and observe the baby’s eating habits and digestion to ensure healthy growth.