Growth & Development

Child Nutrition & Diet Consultation

Weaning, balanced diets, vitamins and healthy weight.

When should I start solid food for my baby?

At around 6 months, when your baby can sit with support and shows interest in food. Start with soft, mashed foods such as khichdi, mashed banana or vegetables, while continuing breast milk or formula. Introduce one new food at a time and avoid honey before one year.

What’s covered

  • Weaning (starting solids)
  • Balanced diet plans by age
  • Iron, vitamin D and calcium
  • Anaemia
  • Overweight and obesity in children
  • Diet for school-age children
  • Nutrition assessment

What to expect at your visit

  1. 1Tell us what’s worrying you and your child’s history
  2. 2A careful examination by Dr. Zohaib
  3. 3A clear explanation and a practical plan
  4. 4Follow-up when it’s needed

Where to see Dr. Zohaib

The M I Medical Center building on Street 18, G-16/4, Islamabad
Morning · Islamabad

M I Medical Center, Islamabad

Al Hameed Plaza, Street 18, Mini Market, G-16/4, IslamabadMon–Sat, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm · Fee Rs. 1,5000333-5848698
Outside Cosmesurge International Hospital, Rawalpindi
Evening · Rawalpindi

Cosmesurge International Hospital

Main Saidpur Road, near Kali Tanki, next to Rasheed Nursing Home, Satellite Town, RawalpindiMon–Sat, 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm · Fee Rs. 1,5000335-03000100333-5848698

From the practice of Dr. H M Zohaib, Child Specialist & Neonatologist. This page is general guidance and does not replace a consultation.

Worried about your child? Talk to Dr. Zohaib.

For an emergency, go straight to the nearest hospital emergency or call 1122.