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Yummy in My Tummy

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As your baby begins to eat solid foods, talk to baby about their pureed food while you feed them, “Yummy bite of squash!”

Helps baby develop language skills.

Related Milestones

Listens and responds when spoken to

4–6 Months

Shows interest in food

4–6 Months

Opens mouth as spoon approaches

4–6 Months

Related Abilities

Turns head toward sounds

Is able to latch on while nursing or bottle feeding (4-6 months)

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