Starting Solids

Sample Menu 9-12 months

(Remember that the amount your baby eats will vary. Each baby is different. This is only a guide)

Early morning
Give feedings as needed

Breakfast
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) soft fruit
4-6 tbsp (60-90 mL) iron-fortified infant cereal
2-3 ounces (60-90 mL) homogenized milk from a cup

Morning
Breast milk or 7-8 ounces (210-240 mL) iron-fortified formula or homogenized milk
Unsweetened dry cereal or 1/2 slice dry toast

Lunch
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) chopped meat or alternatives
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) chopped vegetable
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) soft fruit
2-3 ounces (60-90 mL) homogenized milk from a cup

Afternoon
Breast milk or 7-8 ounces (210-240 mL) iron-fortified formula or homogenized milk
Cubes of soft cheese

Supper
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) chopped meat or alternatives
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) cooked rice or pasta
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) chopped vegetable
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) soft fruit or yogurt or cottage cheese
2-3 ounces (60-90 mL) homogenized milk from a cup

Evening
Breast milk or 7-8 ounces (210-240 mL) iron-fortified formula
Small pieces of toast, bread or crackers

Night
Give feedings as needed.

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