Started weaning 6 weeks ago when DD was just over 18 weeks. At first everything went well and she went from having a bit of rice on to carrot, pear and a couple of the other usual suspects. Then two weeks ago she suddenly stopped completely and now won't even open her mouth. I keep offering her rice and fruit or veg at about 11 and about 5, but she's just not interested. Everyone tells me this is not a problem and she will take it when she's ready, but why would she have suddenly stopped after starting so well? Is this common or have I done something horrendous that's put her off? I try to stay calm when she refuses all my lovingly prepared food, but it's hard to know how to encourage her to eat without turning things into a battle. Should I stop offering it as soon as she turns her head away, or should I try to put something on her lips to encourage her? Should I keep offering something every day, or give things a rest for a while? And how long can I let this go on for before it becomes a problem that I need to do something about? I know a lot of people don't even start weaning until 6 months so I'm not really worried yet, but at the moment it's hard to believe she's ever going to eat anything. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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Weaning - clueless new mum needs help please!
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Beatrice · 18/07/2004 23:36
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