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weaning

weaning is the process of switching a baby from breastfeeding to bottle-feeding, from breast- or bottle-feeding to a cup, or breast- or bottle-feeding to solid foods.

weaning may take a few months or more than a year. it begins when a baby starts eating solid foods, at about 6 months of age. it ends when the child no longer breastfeeds or takes a bottle.

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