To support parents/guardians safely (wean) introduce their baby to solids via a milk and egg free diet.  For babies with suspected or confirmed milk intolerance/milk protein allergy.

The diet will support health and well-being via informed dietary choices.   

The reader will:

• understand the stages of introducing solids
• be able to make suitable food/formula choices
• be able to read food labels to make appropriate food choices
• know what foods to choose to meet nutrient and energy requirements limit nutritional risks.

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