Sample Menu at 6-9 months
(Remember that the amount your baby eats will vary. Each baby is different. This is only a guide)
Early morning
Give feedings as needed
Breakfast
Breast milk or 7-8 ounces (210-240 mL) iron-fortified formula
4-6 tbsp (60-90 mL) iron-fortified infant cereal
2-3 tbsp (30-45 mL) mashed fruit
Snack
Small pieces of toast, bread, crackers, roti or pita
Lunch
Breast milk or 7-8 ounces (210-240 mL) iron-fortified formula
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) mashed vegetable
2-3 tbsp (30-45 mL) mashed fruit
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) mashed or finely chopped meat or alternatives
Afternoon
Breast milk or 7-8 ounces (210-240 mL) iron-fortified formula
Supper
4-6 tbsp (60-90 mL) iron-fortified infant cereal or 2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) mashed or finely chopped meat or alternatives
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) mashed fruit
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) mashed vegetable
Evening
Breast milk or 7-8 ounces (210-240 mL) iron-fortified formula
Small pieces of toast, bread, crackers, roti or pita if desired
Night
Give feedings as needed
