Which of the following is NOT a requirement to start feeding a 6-month-old baby solid foods?

• A. They have head & neck control.
• B. They have mature swallowing ability.
• C. They can sit upright.
• D. They have all their teeth.

Answer: (D)

Verified step by step guidance

1. Understand that introducing solid foods to a 6-month-old baby depends on developmental readiness rather than the presence of teeth.
2. Identify key developmental milestones necessary for starting solids: good head and neck control, ability to sit upright with support, and mature swallowing reflex to prevent choking.
3. Recognize that having all teeth is not a requirement for starting solid foods, as many babies begin solids before their teeth fully emerge.
4. Review the options and confirm that 'They have all their teeth' is the correct choice for what is NOT required to start feeding solid foods.
5. Summarize that readiness for solids is based on motor skills and swallowing ability, not dental development.