The term weaning comes from the Anglo-Saxon word “wenian” meaning “to become accustomed to something different”. Weaning from the breast is a natural, inevitable stage in a child’s development. It is a complex process involving nutritional, immunological, biochemical and psychological adjustments (3). Weaning may mean the complete cessation of breastfeeding (‘abrupt’ or final wean) or, for the purposes of this article, the beginning of a gradual process of the introduction of ... Weaning is the process of gradually introducing solid foods into a baby’s diet while reducing their reliance on breast milk or formula. This transition is essential for meeting their growing nutritional needs and developing key oral and motor skills necessary for eating a variety of foods. The transition away from breastfeeding or a formula diet to solid foods is a process known as weaning . Until about 6 months, babies are completely unused to any form of nutrition aside from milk, so the process is one of learning and adjustment. Slowly introducing food from varying food groups, increasing variety with time, ensuring nutritional values and expanding your baby’s palettes are all key factors to keep in mind during weaning .
