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What is folic acid?
Folic acid is a B vitamin essential for the healthy development of the fetus, brain, and skull during the early weeks of pregnancy.
What is the difference between folic acid and folate?
Folate and folic acid are B vitamins. Sometimes the terms are used interchangeably but there is the difference.
Why should I take folic acid before I get pregnant?
Spina bifida and other neural tube defects (NTDs) occur between the third and fourth week of fetal development, a time when most women don't even know that they are pregnant.
I just started my baby on solids, how much should I offer?
Allow your child to eat at their own pace. Ensure foods offered are nutritionally dense so that even if they eat a little amount, they get most of the nutrients they need for the day.
Can I start my baby on solid foods using this product?
The appropriate age recommended for the introduction of cereals to a baby is 6 months of age.
What are the best veggies to introduce to a baby?
Some examples of veggies experts recommend introducing to a baby are pureed carrots, pureed green beans, pureed apple, pureed avocado, pureed pear, pureed peach e.t.c.
When is a baby’s immune system fully developed?
An infant’s immune system matures between 2 -3 months of age, but it is still not as strong of that of adults. So, babies should not be treated as small adults.
What food portion size is appropriate for my 8-month-old baby to eat?
At this stage, a baby should still be on Breastmilk, or an Infant formula suited for his/her age (based on Health care professional recommendation when there is a need) in addition to semi-solids.
What is the benefit of supplementing mother’s breastmilk with CERELAC?
Ideally, the need to supplement the mother’s breastmilk begins after 6months of age when breastmilk is no longer enough for the infant and the iron stores from birth have depleted.
My baby only likes to eat sweet cereals for breakfast. How can I get him/her to eat healthier alternatives?
First ensure the cereal given is fortified especially with iron and other important vitamins and minerals.
How much protein does a baby need?
During complementary feeding, a baby should still be on Breastmilk or an Infant formula (prescribed by a healthcare professional when there is a need) suited for his/her age in addition to semi-sol
What food portion size should babies eat during complementary feeding?
During complementary feeding, a baby should still be on Breastmilk or an Infant formula (prescribed by a healthcare professional when there is a need) suited for his/her age in addition to semi-sol
What type of water should I use to prepare baby’s food?
The ideal type of water to use for the preparation of CERELAC is lukewarm water. Do ensure to follow the preparation guide on the packaging.
Why is your product a vital nutrition choice for baby’s growth?
CERELAC is a nutritionally complete infant cereal suited for infants from 6 months of age that is fortified with essential vitamins and minerals especially Iron to meet all the needs of the infant
How long should I refrigerate this product?
Please discard unfinished portions after feeding baby, do not store for later use.
How do you ensure the safety and quality of this product for babies?
Cerelac is made by Nestlé, the leading company in nutrition, health and wellness nationally and globally.
Are there some nutritious foods that I can mix with CERELAC for my baby?
CERELAC is a nutritionally complete infant cereal that meets at least 50% of the daily iron needs of the infants. It also contains other essential nutrients to help the baby grow and develop well.
How long does it take for food to digest in the baby’s stomach?
At about six months, your baby’s digestive system is mature enough to digest more complex and solid food substances, like starch, protein, and fat in a non-milk diet. It takes about 3 - 4 hrs.
Is it possible to feed my baby with this product while still breastfeeding?
The appropriate age recommended for the introduction of cereals to a baby is 6 months of age. During complementary feeding stage, breastfeeding should continue.
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