Question:
Should I introduce solid foods (including pureed foods) to my baby before they are 3 months of age?
Answer:
No
MedHead Confidence Score: 4
Amount Saved: $150 doctor visit
MedHead Message:
Introducing solid foods (including pureed foods) to your infant before 3 months of age significantly increases their chance of being overweight later in childhood. Wait at least until 4 months.
References:
1. Oddy WH, Mari TA, Huang RC, et al. Early infant feeding and adiposity risk: from infancy to adulthood. Ann Nutr Metab. 2014;64:262-270. 2. Pearce J, Taylor MA, Langley-Evans SC. Timing of the introduction of complementary feeding and risk of childhood obesity: a systematic review. Int. J Obes (Lond). 2013;37:1295-1306. 3. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/05/150504163456.htm
