Case Study - Kyle

Kyle is 6 months old. His mother is quite pleased that she has been able to continue breast-feeding him even though she works part time (8 am to 1 pm Monday through Friday). She pumps breastmilk during her morning break and saves it for a bottle for Kyle while he is in daycare the next day. Now it is time to start giving him other foods, but she is not sure how to start.

1. What types and amounts of food would you suggest that she give to Kyle first?

2. Rather than just going by his age, how can Kyle's mother know if he is ready to start eating solid foods?

3. For his age, where should Kyle be on the Length/weight chart? Assume a 10lb birth weight and 19 in birth length.

CDC Growth Chart