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I’m literally going through the same thing
You’re the mama and your instincts are stronger than the blabber from your in-laws. They sound like people who would say bad things about anything you do, there is no winning with them, no point trying to please them. You are the best mama for your baby!
WHO recommends that infants start receiving complementary foods at 6 months of age in addition to breast milk.
We are waiting till 7 months to reduce the chance of allergies. There's nothing wrong with waiting till 6 months.
I started my daughter on purées at 4 months. She was showing signs of being ready. That being said it is completely up to you to decide when to start puree. If you feel like your child isn't ready then wait. I would also do some research on it.
Tell them if they don't stop they won't see YOUR child until thr first bday. Remember that is YOUR child, and you do as you see fit
I started at 4 months but that's because baby girl was showing signs of being ready. (Sitting up, interest in food, lip smacking). But we do everything off her que. No one elses. So when people were pushing me about it I would simply tell them "I'm waiting on her. She let's me know when she's ready for things." You're the momma. They aren't. They raised their kids and this is not their kid. "Thank you for the feedback, we will use it when we're ready."
This is sad, but this is the first of many major parenting decisions you'll make in your life. This is my 2nd child and again I'm waiting until 6 or 7 months until they are fully ready. No harm in it. They'll eat solid foods the rest of their lives
You do what you feel is best for your baby. This is just my personal opinion but your husband should be the one to stand up to his family and have your back, not saying you can't stand up for yourself as well but it's his family that has the problem and if it were your family I would say it should be you 🤷♀️
I just asked my ped about starting him at 4 months cuz I'm concerned about allergies bcuz he has eczema. And she said they're no longer recommending solids at 4 months. They said wait until 6 months cuz it's better for their digestive system and he'll just be more receptive. And also, what's the rush? Lol
You are the mom now,, go with your instincts
My ped said I could start purées at 4 months and I still waited until signs of readiness she’ll be 5 months on the 17th and I’ve still only done a handful of frozen purées in her fresh feeder I was talking about how my baby was teething and one of my husbands co-workers told me she gave her kids steak bones to chew on and I should do that…now am I gonna run an get steak bones? Hell no! That’s what teething toys are for 😂 my grandma told me I should put cereal in her milk starting 2 weeks old. Did I do that? Hell no!! LISTEN TO YOUR GUT!! TRUST YOURSELF!! You are mom!! Think about how much things have changed over the years….when people try and give me advice I say thanks for the information and continue to do what I think is right!
My ped said I could start at 4 months and my baby shower signs he was ready and I decided I wanted to start with purées first so I did. But as the mom you have to do what you feel is best and right for your baby! If you feel your baby needs to wait then do it! Every baby is different so you can say “thanks but we’re waiting till 6 months” and just keep repeating that
Almost every ped says to wait til they are 6 months not only for their digestive system, but there’s other signs of readiness. Baby’s should be able to sit mainly unassisted before starting foods, because it can cause a choking hazard. There’s a Facebook page I’m apart of, and it talks about all the signs your baby should be showing before starting solids. So many moms wait until their baby is 8/9months old. Breast milk/formula should be your baby’s primary source of nutrition for the first year anyways. Feeding them food before 1 year old is really just for fun and to get them used to it!! Don’t feel bad or pressured. Your mom & you will know when the time is right to start solids!!