<s>[INST] hello, my son is 7month and 6days old....i have started semi solid food after 7 month have few queries about external food... 1.how many meals introduce per day? 2.what can i give between the meal? 3.plan to start also formula milk once a day...which is best nan pro or lectogen? [/INST] Hi.  I presume you are still giving mothers milk to your baby.  If not continue to give as long as possible.  Formula milk is only needed when you don't have enough milk. Nan pro is superior but also costlier than Lactose. As far as other foods are concerned, usually a child needs to be given around 6 times a day(depending on the children intake). You can give porridge, rice with DAL, idle, vegetable soups, fruit juices and boiled fruits like apple. Avoid sugar as much as possible. Can add ghee to the food. This is presuming that you are from India. If not most of what I said applies except certain food items I mentioned.  All preparations made at home cleanly are best for the child. Non veg like egg, chicken soup can be started after nine months.  Packet or bottle milk can be started after 1 yr. </s>