When to give your baby his first soft solid foods?

Until 6 months of age, your baby needs only human milk or infant formula to grow and develop. However, around 6 months your child's nutrient stores and requirements are no longer met by breast milk/ formula alone in particular for iron and zinc. Introducing solids can help to ensure your baby receives all the vitamins and minerals needed to grow and develop into a healthy child.

Around 6 months your baby may shows signs that he/she is ready for starting solids. These may include:

1. Wanting to put things in his/her mouth
2. Able to suck small amounts of pureed food from a spoon
3. Interested in food eaten by others
4. More frequent feeding

Can sit upright when supported with good control of the head and neck.

Solids can be introduced gradually. There is no need to force food - human milk or formula is still the most important part of the baby's diet. At this stage solid foods are "tastes" for your baby.

REF. :http://kidshealth.schn.health.nsw.gov.au