Which instruction from the nurse is appropriate when conducting teaching to new parents regarding infant care and feeding?

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The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends delaying the introduction of supplemental foods until an infant is 4 to 6 months old. This allows for the baby's digestive system to mature and reduces the risk of allergic reactions or other adverse reactions.

Option B is incorrect as fruit juice should not be introduced until the baby is at least 6 months old, and even then it should be limited. Additionally, waiting 3 to 5 days between introducing new foods is not necessary as long as the baby is not showing signs of an allergic reaction.

Option C is incorrect as adding cereal to a nighttime feeding is not recommended, and studies have not shown a correlation between adding cereal to a bottle and improved sleep.

Option D is incorrect as an infant's weight alone is not a good indicator of their readiness for solid foods, and waiting until a certain weight may delay the introduction of important nutrients that cannot be obtained through breastmilk or formula alone.

Which Instruction from the Nurse Is Appropriate When Conducting Teaching