Cubed meats, cheeses, fish and egg yolk are good starters. Egg whites shouldn't be given until after a baby's first birthday to help prevent allergies. Lower-fat varieties shouldn't be used until after the second birthday, as babies need the extra fat to help the brain develop. When it comes to solid foods, trust your baby's instincts. Establishing healthy eating habits now will develop good eating habits later.
Infants can eat and swallow semi-solid food from a spoon.
Adding solids earlier does not help infants sleep through the night and may limit their growth. Some infants may not be satisfied by milk alone between 4 and 6 months. Cereal provides a dietary source of iron to avoid depletion of baby's iron stores. Introduces a new texture and eating from a spoon. Start no later than 6 months.