Breastfeeding 101: Starting Solids   The American Academy of
Pediatrics and the World Health Organization, to name a couple,
all suggest breastfeeding exclusively for at least the first six
months of a baby's life. That means no water, formula, or
anything else that could mess with the internal flora of baby's
sensitive gut.  Eventually, they will start eating solid food
called "complementary foods," which aren't there to provide too
much for the baby yet, as breast milk is still their MAIN source
of nutrition. The WHO says the transition period from breast
milk to solids takes place between 6-24 months, meaning this
isn't an overnight or quick process -- foods are meant to just
be introduced slowly.  But when introducing solids to a
breastfed baby, you have to find a good balance between the
solids and breastfeeding, or your supply can take a hit.  Wait
until your baby is ready to start solids: some will be ready at
6 months, others aren't yet. Some people think their babies are
ready before, but often it's