Feeding Practices in the Introduction of Complementary Feeding and Implications for Future Healthy Eating

Complementary feeding period begins when human milk or formula alone can no longer meet an infant’s nutritional needs Timing of complementary feeding introduction is crucial and should be tailored for low-, mid-, and high-income countries. This article expounds on evidence-based recommendations for timing, food diversity, and texture progression, emphasizing the importance of responsive feeding practices and adapting guidelines to different socioeconomic settings to promote optimal nutrition and long-term healthy eating patterns.