Divya R Team Nutrition

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Senior Executive Nutritionist

City: Bengaluru

Pincode: 560083

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A 8 month old baby can weigh between 7-9kgs depending on birth weight and growth pattern. 2-3 soft solid food meals with 1-2 snacks along with breast-feeding as per demand is the requirement.

Hand Mashed cooked cereals, vegetables and... (More)

Hi Shradha,

Dietary management for GDM includes small frequent meals pattern with more intake of fibre rich foods along with moderate carbs and high biological protein in each of your meal.

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Soy and products are very good source of plant protein and fibre. But, during breast feeding it is safe to consume foods from different foods groups regularly. For example you can also consume other protein sources like milk and... (More)

Hi Priya, 

Two to three solid meals with 1-2 small snacks in between can be given to a 8 months old baby. Also continue breast feeding as per baby's demand. 

Hi Nivetha,

Coconut water is a healthy drink, no doubt in that. But as you have just started solid/oral foods to your kid, it's better to introduce those bland or less sweeter foods initially so that they don't get used... (More)

Hi Debaduti,

Following a small frequent meal pattern will really help you in managing those hunger pranks. Also include good amount of fibre in your diet like vegetables, fruits and whole grains especially during dinner so that it makes you... (More)

You can give sips of water in between the meals. If baby is able to hold, use sippers. You can give 150-200 ml water through the day. Also foods like porridges, soups, diluted juices, khichdi etc. given as oral feeds... (More)

Hi Reshmee,

Small frequent meal pattern is the best method to meet baby's nutritional requirements. But these solid foods should be given along with breastfeeding. For a 10 month old baby atleast 3-4 small meals and 3-4 times of breast... (More)

Hi Nileena,

The product that you have mentioned is an ayurvedic one and i would not be commenting on that. But yes you can include those natural spices like jeera, ajwain, carom, pepper, turmeric, cinnamon etc during the post delivery... (More)

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As a nutritional advice, include natural galactagogues like garlic, methi seeds, oats, green leafy vegetables, good proteins like milk and lean meat products, good fluids etc regularly. Eat a balanced diet on time. If the lactation is good there... (More)

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As you are still breast feeding your baby almost 4 times a day, i would advise you to stay hydrated well. If not solids, atleast some fruit juices, water, tender coconut water, infused water etc need to be taken... (More)

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While you are starting solids to your little one, kindly go gradual. Your are supposed to introduce only 1 new food at a time. Start new foods during day time and ensure each food passes 3 day test (I.e... (More)

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As a nutritional advice, increase the intake of fibre rich foods regularly. Include more vegetables (including green leafy) and fruits in each meal. Stay hydrated well. Have small frequent meals. Eating homemade fresh curd will improve your gut health.... (More)

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Nausea/vomiting during first trimester is common. As a bit of nutritional advice, try smelling lemon or any citrus fruit. Eat any dry stuffs like dry nuts, wheat rusks, crackers or khakras when you feel like nausea. Have small frequent... (More)

Hi Shruti, 

Yes, banana is a good option as a puree food while starting solids for your little one. Fully mash a ripened banana with the help of a spoon or a blender. No need to steam it.

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Good balanced nutrition is the key to successful lactation. Include foods from different food groups like veggies, fruits, cereals, protein sources, fluids etc in proper proportions. Avoid stress and relax. Few galactagogues like garlic, methi seeds, oats, drynuts, green... (More)

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Yes Almond and Soya milk are good alternatives for Cow's milk for a lactating mother when baby has digestive issues with cows milk. Look for other symptoms as well, If the baby has cows milk protein intolerance then you... (More)

Hi Rupali,

It's not a good idea to completely fast entire day during pregnancy as you might get extremely tired. Also you need to provide all the required nutrients to the growing foetus regularly. If it's really needed, then atleast... (More)

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Cow's milk contains complex proteins that might be difficult for babies below 1year to digest. But, you can slowly introduce little quantities of packed cows milk for a 1year old baby with porridges and cereal feeds. 

Hi Vaishnavi,

Any complementary food for a new born can be introduced only after 5months + 30 days as the enzymes to digest these foods will be fully active only at this stage. Feeding food like kheer at the age... (More)