The Public Health Agency of Canada, the Dietitians of Canada, the Canadian Paediatric Society and the College of Family Physicians of Canada agree:
- Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended up to 6 months of age.
- At about 6 months babies need to eat solid foods and continue to breastfeed for up to 2 years and beyond.
- Start solid foods that are nutritious, especially foods that are high in iron.