Question

Quinn is a healthy breast-fed baby. Quinn's mother, Kelley, would like to introduce solid foods into her son's diet. What factors can help Kelley determine whether her son is physiologically ready for solid foods? Check all that apply.
(A) Quinn no longer thrusts her tongue forward and pushes out food when it is introduced.
(B) Quinn can sit up with support.
(C) Quinn is at least 4 months old.
(D) Quinn can control her own head and neck.

Answer 1

Answer: Option A , option B, option D

Explanation: There are many identical physical markers that tells that a child is ready for taking solid along with milk.

Some of the identifications are: The disappearance of extrusion reflex in which the child no longer pushes the tongue outwards.

Secondly, the child is not able to sit with support for the intake of food.

Thirdly, the child can control her head and neck so that there is no problem in ingestion of food.