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Like all significant milestones in your baby's development, it is an extremely exciting time when your baby makes the transition from milk to solid food. However, it can be tricky knowing exactly when this change will take place, particularly if you are a new parent. How old should your baby be before you introduce her to solids? How do you even begin? What are the types of food to start off with? If you're asking these questions, read on for some useful tips to help you in your baby's next phase.

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Each baby is unique. Although experts suggest the right time to be between 4 and 6 months of age, the best indicators would come from baby herself. As a rule of thumb, your baby should be demonstrating certain physical and cognitive signs of readiness. This includes being able to hold up her head and neck steadily, sit up well (as you support her), and weigh more or less double her birth weight. She may also appear to want larger and more frequent feedings, and she may pay increasing attention to what you are eating, wanting a taste of it herself.

<strong>The right way</strong>

Begin by nursing or bottle-feeding your baby as usual. Then, using a soft-tipped plastic spoon, bring a small amount of food to her lips. The key here is to allow her to adjust to the new smell, taste and texture of her meal.

Don't worry if your baby rejects it at first. Be patient and try again at the next feed or in a few days. Remember that the transition to solid food is a big step for her, so take it slowly. Once she discovers the delights of solid food, she will certainly be clamouring for more!

Another important point to note is that if you are trying it out during her first year, milk or formula remains an essential part of her diet. Solid food at this stage is meant to complement, rather than replace her milk or formula feedings.

<strong>The right food</strong>

There are no right or wrong foods to start baby off with. Some parents report great success in introducing rice cereal or oatmeal mixed with milk for the first time; others, pureed fruits and vegetables such as bananas, pears, sweet potatoes and carrots.

Whichever you decide to go with first, bear in mind that it is a trial period for both you and your baby. Introduce one type of food at a time and have fun watching your baby's reaction to each of them. You'll soon discover more about your baby's preference for certain foods over the rest.

<strong>The right tools</strong>

When your baby is able to sit up unaided, inject some excitement during meal times by sitting her in a high chair, and giving her a bib as well as a set of plastic bowl and cutlery. This way, your baby will be encouraged to not just assume the correct posture, but to also practice her hand-to-mouth coordination as she learns to feed herself.

<strong>Constant vigilance</strong>

Starting your baby on solids is a truly remarkable phase and you should enjoy every moment of it. Nonetheless, it is equally important to be mindful of potential choking hazards. Always sit her upright during feeding and ensure that she is able to chew and swallow properly before introducing her to larger and/or harder pieces of food.

Look out also for signs of allergy and hold off feeding your baby certain foods such as honey, peanuts and whole cow's milk, among others until she is older. When in doubt, always consult your paediatrician for professional advice.

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宝宝的红疹或湿疹现象总是造成困扰？即使你已经尝试各种方法(包括更换清洁剂)问题还是挥之不去？这可能是宝宝对于某些居家害虫产生过敏性反应的现象，那就是尘螨！

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="7/12"][vc_column_text]<strong>什么是尘螨？</strong>

肉眼无法看见的尘螨，是一种适合在高温潮湿环境生存的微生物。它们最喜欢的食物就是人类和动物身上脱落的死皮细胞和皮屑<a href="http://www.webmd.com/allergies/guide/dust-allergies#2" target="_blank" name="_ftnref1">[1]</a>。乍听之下确实令人感到厌烦，但尘螨通常并不会造成太大问题。无论如何，对于部分成人和宝宝而言，这些依靠脱落皮屑等废弃物存活的尘螨，却可能诱发各种过敏性反应，例如：打喷嚏、眼睛发痒、哮喘和湿疹<a href="http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/03/04/much-ado-about-dust-mites/?_r=0" target="_blank" name="_ftnref2">[2]</a>。

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<strong>我如何消灭尘螨？</strong>

你可以尝试各种方法，但却无法彻底消灭尘螨。最有效的方法是通过控制尘螨繁衍来改善情况。然而，在你采取迫切行动丢弃或更换宝宝的所有衣物或床褥之前，不妨参考以下这些方法来控制这些讨厌的微生物：

<em>控制湿度</em>

尘螨在高温和潮湿环境中会迅速繁殖。如果你还没有购置这些装备，别忘了投资一台优质空凋或除湿器，以清除居家空气中的多余湿气。

<em>保护床褥</em>

宝宝有大量时间都在休息和睡觉，因此应该使用防尘螨床套保护宝宝的床褥不受“侵害”。记住！定期清洗床套以时刻保持干净整洁。

<em>透气通风及除尘</em>

每天让宝宝的床垫和床具透气通风，确保在宝宝再次使用之前已经完全晾干。定期为地毯和软垫家具吸尘以减少尘螨滋生。另外，别忘了沙发垫角落和隐匿空间。

<em>正确洗涤</em>

除了使用质地温和洗涤产品来清洗宝宝的所有衣物、床褥用品和软性玩具，你也应该选择添加可清除尘螨配方成分的洗衣液，例如：<strong>Tollyjoy</strong><strong>婴幼儿抗尘螨洗衣液</strong>。这款洗衣液不仅能够清除污迹和避免污垢沾粘在宝宝衣物上，其独特配方也有效清除宝宝衣物中高达99%的尘螨/尘螨粪便，确保衣物干净清爽，即使晾晒在户外也能散发清新芳香。

遵循这些有效方法将有助于为你和宝宝打造一个更干净、更健康的环境空间。你家宝宝的湿疹可能会随着时间而逐渐改善！

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你可以尝试各种方法，但却无法彻底消灭尘螨。最有效的方法是通过控制尘螨繁衍来改善情况。然而，在你采取迫切行动丢弃或更换宝宝的所有衣物或床褥之前，不妨参考以下这些方法来控制这些讨厌的微生物：

<em>控制湿度</em>

尘螨在高温和潮湿环境中会迅速繁殖。如果你还没有购置这些装备，别忘了投资一台优质空凋或除湿器，以清除居家空气中的多余湿气。

<em>保护床褥</em>

宝宝有大量时间都在休息和睡觉，因此应该使用防尘螨床套保护宝宝的床褥不受“侵害”。记住！定期清洗床套以时刻保持干净整洁。

<em>透气通风及除尘</em>

每天让宝宝的床垫和床具透气通风，确保在宝宝再次使用之前已经完全晾干。定期为地毯和软垫家具吸尘以减少尘螨滋生。另外，别忘了沙发垫角落和隐匿空间。[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="5/12"][vc_column_text]

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除了使用质地温和洗涤产品来清洗宝宝的所有衣物、床褥用品和软性玩具，你也应该选择添加可清除尘螨配方成分的洗衣液，例如：<strong>Tollyjoy</strong><strong>婴幼儿抗尘螨洗衣液</strong>。这款洗衣液不仅能够清除污迹和避免污垢沾粘在宝宝衣物上，其独特配方也有效清除宝宝衣物中高达99%的尘螨/尘螨粪便，确保衣物干净清爽，即使晾晒在户外也能散发清新芳香。

遵循这些有效方法将有助于为你和宝宝打造一个更干净、更健康的环境空间。你家宝宝的湿疹可能会随着时间而逐渐改善！[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="5/12"][vc_column_text]

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