Question
My baby is 4 and a half months old and currently only breastfeeds. Can I start providing rice noodles as complementary food now? If so, how long after eating rice noodles should I give the baby milk? How many times a day can the baby eat rice noodles?
Answer
A 4 and a half-month-old baby can begin to try rice noodles as complementary food, especially when they show interest in what adults are eating. Firstly, start with small amounts and carefully observe the baby’s digestion. Initially, offer rice noodles once a day, and then gradually increase the quantity and frequency based on the baby’s adaptation. Additionally, you can also start introducing egg yolks, whether cooked or steamed. Do not overfeed rice noodles in a day; treat them as a snack, given between breastfeeding sessions.