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sons 5 1/2 months old started weanin 5 days ago n hes now happily taking 3 jars a day is this ok?

Alysa - posted on 01/06/2010 ( 2 moms have responded )

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Stacey - posted on 01/09/2010

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I would check with your doctor, ASAP...Usually babys are on a form of milk up to one year, then wean, this is crucial to your baby's development.

Alda - posted on 01/08/2010

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Wow, that's quick. How premature was he? It's mostly recommended that weaning starts at 6 months at one meal a day for a week or so, then 2 meals, then 3 with regular bottles as well. I suppose if he's happy taking the food it's OK, but I really would check with your GP or health visitor. The last thing you want is for him to get overweight or have problems digesting with an immature digestive system.

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