$($i$)$ Introduction

Jimmy was born at $6lb.$ and $12oz.$ He was exclusively breast$-$fed for his first four months receiving no supplements. At

four months, he was weaned gradually to a formula and at five months, he started a rice cereal fortified with iron. He

has his $6$ month checkup coming up in two weeks.

Directions

Complete the case study by answering the following questions:

Based on Jimmy's birthweight, how much should Jimmy weigh at six months if he followed the optimal growth

curve?

List at least $4$ differences between the composition of breast milk and infant formulas?

$-$What supplements, if any, might have been advisable during the months Jimmy was exclusively breast$-$fed? Explain.

What are some cues to look for in deciding if Jimmy is ready for solid foods? What are some suggestions for

successfully introducing Jimmy to new solid foods? Was the first food introduced to Jimmy appropriate? Why or why

not?