How to Prepare Uggu for 6 months Old Baby for the 1st Time?
December 13, 2025 | by Sravani Pathakamuri | Posted in Nutrition Facts
That is the perfect way to begin introducing solids! When starting any new food, especially homemade cereals, the universally recommended method is to start with a single-ingredient food and follow the 3-day wait rule to monitor for any reactions.
The best “Uggu” to start with for a 6-month-old is a powder made from just one gentle grain, such as Rice or Ragi (Finger Millet).
Here is the step-by-step guide for introducing a single-ingredient Uggu powder:
🌾 Single-Ingredient Uggu Powder: Rice Cereal
Plain rice powder is the most traditional and gentlest first grain, often called a simple form of Uggu.
1. Preparing the Powder (Rice)
| Ingredient | Quantity | Notes |
| Rice (White or Brown) | 1 cup | White rice is often used first as it’s easier to digest. |
- Rinse & Soak: Thoroughly wash the rice. You can soak it for 30 minutes to 1 hour (optional, but can aid digestion). Drain completely.
- Dry: Spread the rice on a clean cloth until it is completely dry (about 30 minutes to an hour) to prevent moisture while roasting. Its better to sundry if possibe.
- Roast: Dry roast the rice in a heavy-bottomed pan on very low heat until it is fragrant and lightly golden. This helps with digestion and shelf life.
- Cool & Grind: Grind into a very fine, smooth powder. Sieve it through a fine mesh or muslin cloth to ensure no coarse bits remain, as texture is key for a beginner.
- Store: Store the finished powder in an airtight container.
2. Cooking the Porridge:
Goal: Start with a very thin, watery consistency, similar to formula or breast milk.
| Ingredient | Quantity (Start) |
| Single-Grain Uggu Powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Water / Formula / Breast Milk | 1/2 to 3/4 cup |
- Mix Cold: In a small saucepan, mix 1 teaspoon of the powder with a few tablespoons of cold water (or your baby’s milk) to make a smooth paste. This prevents lumps.
- Cook: Add the remaining water (or milk) and cook over a low flame, stirring continuously, for about 3-5 minutes until it thickens into a very thin, runny porridge. Do not add any salt, sugar, or honey for babies under 1 year.
- Cool & Serve: Let it cool down to a warm, spoon-feeding temperature. You can add a little more milk to adjust the consistency to a smooth, flowing liquid.
- Add Ghee: Add 3 to 4 drops of ghee after the porridge is cooled. Ghee contains healthy fats which play a role in baby growth development.
- First Serve: Offer 1 to 2 teaspoons once a day. Do this when your baby is not too tired or hungry, often during a midday feed.
- Increase Slowly: If the baby handles it well for 3 days, you can gradually increase the serving amount (e.g., to 1 tablespoon of powder) and the frequency (e.g., twice a day).
⭐ The 3-Day Wait Rule:
This rule is crucial for introducing any new food to your baby:
- Day 1-3: Offer only the single-ingredient Uggu (Rice) once per day. Watch for rashes, excessive gas, vomiting, loose or hard stools.
- Day 4: If there were no issues, you can introduce a different single-ingredient Uggu (e.g., Sprouted Ragi) or a simple fruit puree (like banana or sweet potato).
By following this method, you use a single-grain Uggu as a gentle and nutritious first food, allowing your baby’s digestive system to adapt slowly.