Breastfeeding, Pediatrics FAQ

Breastfeeding and Nutritional Supplements: What New Moms Should Know

Contraindications for Nutritional Supplements During Breastfeeding Hello, I am a new mother currently practicing breastfeeding along with formula feeding. I would like to inquire about a supplement I consumed from last Friday until this morning, called CholaBB royal t. Its main i...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
I believe that the amount of food components consumed by breastfeeding mothers that are secreted into breast milk is minimal. Additionally, since you have stopped consuming it, I think it should not significantly affect the baby, so you don't need to worry too much.

Can Breastfeeding Moms with Thrush Safely Care for Their Babies?

Questions about maternal Candida albicans and neonatal oral thrush? Hello, doctor. I used a gauze cloth to wipe the area where breast milk dripped (the inner thigh) while expressing milk. Can I still use this cloth for my baby afterwards? Can the gauze cloth be washed together wi...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
If there are no obvious abnormal lesions on the wiped skin (skin candidiasis may present with itching and a rash, while vaginal candidiasis may also cause itching and discharge), it should still be safe to wash the baby's clothing together and continue using them. Similarly,...

Transitioning from Breast Milk to Formula: Managing Vomiting and Rashes

Switching from breast milk to formula can lead to vomiting, rashes, and coughing? Hello Doctor, my son is about to turn 1 year old. Since he was two months old and had enough breast milk, he has been exclusively breastfed until now. Due to insufficient milk supply, I want to swit...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Breastfeeding is recommended to continue until the age of two. In fact, once a child turns one, they can start eating regular meals that are chopped or mashed from the family table, while dairy products become more of a supplementary food rather than a necessity. There is no stri...

Understanding Infant Feeding Aversion: Causes and Solutions

Lactose intolerance? Hello, doctor! My baby is currently 2 and a half months old. When it's time for feeding (every 3-4 hours), she wakes up and asks for milk, but when I offer her the bottle, she pushes it away with her hands. I thought she might prefer breastfeeding, so I ...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello! The weaning phase often occurs between 2 to 6 months of age, possibly due to external environmental stimuli or the introduction of complementary foods, which may reduce interest in formula milk. The characteristics include decreased intake, but activity levels remain good,...

Is My Baby Experiencing Milk Aversion? Understanding Feeding Challenges

Lactose intolerance? Hello, doctor! My baby is currently 2 and a half months old. When it's time to feed (every 3-4 hours), she wakes up and asks for milk, but when I offer her the bottle, she pushes it away with her hands. I thought she might prefer breastfeeding, so I trie...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: The period of milk aversion often occurs between 2 to 6 months of age. This may be due to external environmental distractions or the introduction of complementary foods, leading to decreased interest in formula milk. The characteristics include reduced intake, but activity...

Choosing the Right Formula for Your Baby: A Guide for Parents

How to choose formula milk? My child is currently over 3 months old and has been exclusively breastfed. For the first two months, the stools were yellow and watery, about 5 to 6 times a day. Since March 26, the bowel movements have changed to 1 to 2 times a day, sometimes just a ...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello! 1. The priority for allergy prevention is breastfeeding first, followed by hydrolyzed formula. For example, Enfamil HA1 has been on the market for many years and has substantial evidence supporting its role in allergy prevention. 2. The average daily milk intake is 100...

Is Your Breastfed Baby's Diarrhea Normal? Understanding Stool Changes and Care

Is a exclusively breastfed newborn's stool considered normal or diarrhea? The baby is currently 2 months and 15 days old, weighing 6 kg. Since birth, the baby has been exclusively breastfed. Diapers are changed every 2 hours, with approximately 4 to 6 urinations per day, but...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello! 1. This week, the baby has frequently had diapers without residue but with a large amount of yellow watery stool. Is this a normal stool condition? --> After one month, breastfed babies typically have fewer bowel movements. Based on your description, there is a possib...

Do Symptoms of the Same Enterovirus Vary Among Different Individuals?

Can the manifestations of the same enterovirus differ among different individuals? Hello, doctor. Last week, my eldest child was diagnosed with enterovirus, experiencing only a sore throat and fever. However, I got infected as well, and in addition to a sore throat and fever, I h...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: Yes, the manifestations of the same enterovirus can vary among different individuals. Some people may be asymptomatic, while others may experience oral ulcers, rashes on the limbs, or even severe symptoms, making it difficult to predict. However, it is generally believed t...

Is Breast Milk Expressed After Taking Parlodel Safe for My 4-Month-Old?

Is it safe to feed expressed breast milk after taking the medication Parlodel for suppressing lactation? I am currently taking the medication Parlodel to suppress lactation, but I am still expressing some excess milk. Is it safe for my 4-month-old baby to consume this expressed m...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
It has been found that this medication may be excreted in breast milk to some extent, so it is recommended that breastfeeding should be avoided for infants while taking this medication in the short term.

Medication Safety During Breastfeeding: Key Considerations for New Mothers

Medication Safety - Breastfeeding Period Hello, doctor. I am currently breastfeeding, but I recently had uterine inflammation and took clindamycin antibiotic capsules. The capsules got stuck in my throat, causing esophageal and gastric ulcers. The doctor also prescribed me medica...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Clindamycin and Motilium are less suitable for use while breastfeeding, while several other medications are relatively safe.

Managing Eczema in Preterm Infants: Medication Concerns and Solutions

Medication issues for atopic dermatitis? Hello, thank you very much for this channel to assist. My son is a preterm infant and is currently almost five months corrected age. He has been experiencing an outbreak of atopic dermatitis for over a month, and we are using corticosteroi...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Atopic dermatitis is considered one of the most complex allergic diseases and is recognized as one of the most challenging to manage. Bathing should be done with plain water, avoiding high temperatures. Regular application of moisturizer is essential. Breastfeeding or using hypoa...

Impact of Ultrasound Gel Residue on Breastfeeding: What Parents Should Know

Ultrasound gel Hello doctor, I would like to ask if using ultrasound gel during a mammogram after giving birth, and then not cleaning it thoroughly before using a breast pump to express milk for feeding my baby, could have any impact on the baby's health?

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The ultrasound gel used in medical settings is generally non-toxic, and considering that the amount remaining after rinsing with water should be minimal, I believe it is unlikely to have any impact on breastfeeding infants.

Does Sugar in Mother's Diet Affect Breastfeeding and Baby's Health?

Regarding the issue of babies breastfeeding? Hello Dr. Hsiao: I would like to ask if a breastfeeding mother consumes sweets, will the sugar be transmitted to the baby through breast milk? (The baby is 9 months old.) If so, could this lead to the baby developing diabetes? If it co...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The food consumed by breastfeeding mothers can somewhat influence milk production, but it should not significantly affect the risk of diabetes in infants. However, mothers should still monitor their sugar intake, as even minimal effects on the baby should be balanced with conside...

Is It Time to Wean Your One-Year-Old Off Breastfeeding?

Can a one-year-old stop breastfeeding? Hello, doctor. My daughter is almost one year old (on July 26). Actually, about a month ago, my wife's breast milk decreased to only 30cc a day for our daughter (currently, she is having four bottles of formula milk, 180cc each, plus tw...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Generally, breastfeeding is encouraged until the age of two, with a minimum recommendation of at least one year. Breast milk not only provides the benefits of antibodies but also offers other advantages, such as enhancing the parent-child bond. However, if breastfeeding significa...

Is It Safe for an 11-Month-Old to Drink Toddler Formula?

Infants under one year old should not consume toddler formula? Hello doctor, my daughter started drinking Gold Pea's formula for one year and older when she was 11 months old, about 2-3 bottles a day, with each bottle being 150cc. The rest of her nutrition comes from breastf...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
If there is no significant vomiting, diarrhea, or development of rashes within three days after switching, it should be fine. As long as the stool is not grayish-white, bloody, hard, or watery, it is generally considered normal.

Concerns About Needle Injuries in Infants: What Parents Should Know

Infant needle stick injury? Hello Doctor, my daughter is currently 4 months old and is breastfeeding. Today, while my mother-in-law was sewing and trying to soothe her, my daughter kicked and accidentally got pricked by a needle in her thigh, about 3 centimeters deep. Could this ...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Will cellulitis require follow-up observation? Cellulitis does not develop immediately; it is necessary to observe for three days to check for any signs of redness, swelling, heat, or pain around the wound indicating infection.

Can Breastfeeding Mothers Use Skin Whitening Products Safely?

Is it safe to use whitening products while breastfeeding? Hello, doctor: I am currently breastfeeding, and my baby is 2 months old. I have severe melasma due to pregnancy and would like to lighten my skin a bit. I would like to know if it is safe to consume glutathione supplement...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Breast milk naturally contains components like glutathione, so I believe that moderate intake should not have any adverse effects. However, as with all foods, it is important not to overconsume. Additionally, one should check the product's label for approval from the Ministr...

Understanding Baby Diarrhea: When to Seek Pediatric Care

Baby diarrhea issues? Hello Dr. Hsiao: My baby is currently 2 months and 14 days old. Recently, we switched back to breastfeeding after about 3 weeks of formula feeding. Before the switch, my baby had a bowel movement approximately every 1.2 days (dark green). After returning to ...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The frequency of an infant's bowel movements can range from two to three times a day to once every two to three days, both of which are considered acceptable. In the case of diarrhea, the frequency of bowel movements will increase, and the stools will become increasingly wat...

Transitioning from Formula to Breast Milk: Key Considerations for Infants

Issues with Switching from Formula to Breast Milk Hello Dr. Hsiao, My baby is currently 2 months and 11 days old. At birth, the weight was 3165g, and during the vaccination on February 13, the weight was 6.3kg, with a length of 59.1 cm and a head circumference of 39.7 cm. Due to...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
If the baby is experiencing gastrointestinal discomfort, it may result in diarrhea or the presence of rashes on the skin. If the infant's activity level is normal, weight gain is appropriate, and the decreased appetite is not due to illness (such as gastroenteritis or entero...

Impact of Maternal Chocolate Consumption on Breastfeeding Infants

Breastfeeding while consuming a lot of chocolate? Hello Doctor, my baby is currently two weeks old and exclusively breastfed. We are still at the postpartum care center, and the nurses mentioned that my baby is very fussy and doesn't sleep much. They asked if I have been dri...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Currently, there is no clear medical evidence proving that excessive consumption of chocolate by mothers (and the specific amount that qualifies as excessive) has permanent adverse effects on newborns. Therefore, I think you need not worry too much. However, long-term excessive i...

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