Cereals like Cheerios are an easy food to give to give to children. But how young is too young" If you think your baby is ready for solid foods and want to know when can babies eat Cheerios?here is what the experts have to say.

When can babies eat Cheerios"
Eating solid foods is an exciting milestone. But you might wonder what to start with and when to introduce certain foods like Cheerios and other cereals. According to Dr. Whitney Casares, babies start eating Cheerios at about eight months to nine months old. ?This is well after they've started solid foods [[such as purees and yogurt]] and once they're ready to move on to slightly firmer solids.? 

There are several reasons why Cheerios are a smart choice to feed babies who are just beginning their journey with solid foods. ?They are less of a choking risk than some other solid foods because they can soften easily from a baby's saliva,? explains the doctor.
Chanel Kenner, RD, shares two factors for parents to consider before starting with Cheerios. ?When babies are able to pick up the Cheerios and bring them to their mouth, this is a good indicator that they are likely ready for Cheerio introduction. They must also be able to sit upright independently.?

If your baby hasn't mastered the pincer grasp fine motor skill and can?t quite pick up small things such as Cheerios or isn?t sitting upright yet, it is best to hold off on serving your baby cereal until they have met these milestones.

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