Babies need a supplemental source of iron starting around 4 to 6 months, as their iron stores are beginning to deplete. Good solids for this stage include rice cereal, single vegetables and fruit. Rice cereal is a safe first step.
Your baby is ready for solid food when he or she is around 6 months old. [...]
Breast milk is the best food for your baby, it gives your baby all the nutrients he needs until he or she is about 6 months old. Starting around 4 to 6 months, your baby will need a supplementary source of iron. This iron can come from cereal for example. Discuss breast feeding with your [...]
During your pregnancy it is already very important for your baby what you eat. Eating a variety of nutritious foods, especially in the third trimester, will help you:
Stay strong and healthy as your body reserves are being used up by your developing baby.
Be physically prepared for the rigours of labour.
Build up reserves for better post-labour [...]
