GROWTH DEVELOPMENT CHILD
GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
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Growth
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Development
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Once your baby is a pro at eating soft mashed foods, they may be ready to move on to finger foods around 8 months. They have the dexterity to pick the food up and release it or mash it, and will become more efficient and independent as they master the pincer grip around 9 months.
Detailed explanation-2: -When can a baby start self-feeding? As soon as your baby can sit up and swallow solids (usually around the age of 6 months), she may be ready to start self-feeding.
Detailed explanation-3: -By the time children are 12 months old, they should be able to easily feed themselves with their fingers.
Detailed explanation-4: -The Dietary Guidelines for Americans and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend children be introduced to foods other than breast milk or infant formula when they are about 6 months old.