Sample Menu 9-12 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
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) soft fruit
4-6 tbsp (60-90 mL) iron-fortified infant cereal
2-3 ounces (60-90 mL) homogenized milk from a cup
Morning
Breast milk or 7-8 ounces (210-240 mL) iron-fortified formula or homogenized milk
Unsweetened dry cereal or 1/2 slice dry toast
Lunch
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) chopped meat or alternatives
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) chopped vegetable
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) soft fruit
2-3 ounces (60-90 mL) homogenized milk from a cup
Afternoon
Breast milk or 7-8 ounces (210-240 mL) iron-fortified formula or homogenized milk
Cubes of soft cheese
Supper
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) chopped meat or alternatives
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) cooked rice or pasta
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) chopped vegetable
2-4 tbsp (30-60 mL) soft fruit or yogurt or cottage cheese
2-3 ounces (60-90 mL) homogenized milk from a cup
Evening
Breast milk or 7-8 ounces (210-240 mL) iron-fortified formula
Small pieces of toast, bread or crackers
Night
Give feedings as needed.
