Posted: November 17th, 2017

What information should the nurse give a new mother regarding the introduction of solid foods for her infant?

What information should the nurse give a new mother regarding the introduction of solid foods for her infant?

a. Solid foods should not be given until the extrusion reflex disappears, at 8–10 months of age.
b. Solid foods should be introduced one at a time, with 4- to 7-day intervals.
c. Solid foods can be mixed in a bottle or infant feeder to make feeding easier.
d. Solid foods should begin with fruits and vegetables.