why do some infants refuse to eat?!
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DO wait 3-7 days to add each new food to your baby's diet.
DO learn to recognize your baby's signals. Never force food on your baby if they don't want to eat.
DO let your infant pace the feeding.
DO be patient with yourself and your baby. Remember if it doesn't work today it may work tomorrow.
Do keep a sense of humor. Early feedings can be unproductive, messy, frustrating and often very funny.
Do offer food that baby has refused 7-10 days later. It may take 8-10 times before a new food is accepted.
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Seriously - they are not hungry.
Could be they have a smaller appetite, as compared to some folks that will eat til they drop.
Could be something physically different in their gastro-intestinal system, either simply a difference, or possible a medical problem.
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Much experience with infants, up to the age of 20, and some beyond.
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