What does a baby eat in their first year?

Start with small amounts of new solid foods — a teaspoon at first and slowly increase to a tablespoon. The goal for feeding is one small jar (four ounces or a cup) of strained baby food per meal. Start with dry infant rice cereal first, mixed as directed, followed by vegetables, fruits, and then meats.

1. How much does a baby eat in the first year?
2. What can babies not eat in the first year?

How much does a baby eat in the first year?

1 month: 6-8 feedings daily with 2-4 ounces of formula at each feeding. 2 months: 5-6 feedings daily with 5-6 ounces at each feeding. 3-4 months: 5-6 feedings daily with 6-7 ounces at each feeding.

What can babies not eat in the first year?

Babies and young children shouldn't eat hot dogs, nuts, seeds, round candies, popcorn, hard, raw fruits and vegetables, grapes, or peanut butter. These foods aren't safe and may cause your child to choke. Many healthcare providers suggest these foods be saved until after your child is age 3 or 4.