Kelly,
What a great idea...I think a big reason mums introduce them early is because of pressure from well-meaning grandmothers. From my own experiences (with all four of my chidlren) and that of my friends, if the baby is not chubby and has reached three - four months, grandmas propose that maybe some solids will help with weight gain. It is so hard for a new, and in grandmas eyes naive, mother to ignore this 'wisdom'!
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From: "Kelly @ BellyBelly" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Reply-To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au
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Subject: [ozmidwifery] Introducing solids too early
Date: Wed, 7 Jun 2006 08:28:53 +1000
Ive come across so many mums who are introducing solids far too early and as a result I am writing an article on it and trying to gather information from studies. I heard there was a study in the US which indicated one possible complication was juvenile diabetes. Does anyone know of any studies or resources in regards to solids and early introduction and where I can find them?
Best Regards,
Kelly Zantey
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