More and more expat women are opting to have a baby abroad rather than return to their home country. In the below article, Dr. Kinga Jokay of Budapest's Roszakert Medical Clinic translates the general advice on feeding your baby as outlined by the American Academy of Pediatrics into the Hungarian milieu.One of the most edifying and nurturing of experiences for parents is the feeding of their baby. When the family is far from home, and its support system of family, friends, and well-known grocery items, choosing foods for your baby to enjoy can become a daunting task. This article is meant to translate the general advice as outlined by the American Academy of Pediatrics into the Hungarian milieu.
In short, caregivers need to read all labels thoroughly, and abide by a few simple rules. Plain rice cereal is recommended by most authorities as the first solid food for babies to ingest. Thereafter, single ingredient fruits and vegetables may be introduced, one at a time. Meats and chunkier items may be started later. Tea and juice are not essential parts of the infant's diet, but may be added after thoughtful consideration.
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21.12.2004