Breastfeeding, Pediatrics FAQ

Can Breastfeeding with Hepatitis B Risk Infection in Infants?

Breastfeeding with Hepatitis B? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask you... I have a positive Hepatitis B infection and recently breastfed a relative's child, but the child only consumed less than 10ml of breast milk. I later realized that I should not breastfeed due to my Hepa...

Dr. He Shenglong Reply:
Hello: Currently, there is no evidence that hepatitis B can be transmitted to infants through breast milk, so mothers who are carriers of hepatitis B can still breastfeed. For mothers who are positive for both hepatitis B surface antigen and e-antigen, the infant will receive hep...

Can I Breastfeed After a Scorpion Sting? Pediatric Concerns Explained

Can a mother breastfeed after being stung by a scorpion? Doctor, I accidentally got stung by a scorpion. The venom doesn't seem to be very strong, and currently, aside from pain at the sting site, I have no other symptoms. I'm wondering if it's safe to breastfeed m...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Given your situation, the amount of venom should be very low, and much of it has likely been metabolized in a short period. The amount secreted in breast milk should be negligible. Furthermore, the venom must enter through a wound to have an effect; unless there is a wound in the...

Can I Breastfeed While Using Skin Cream for Rashes?

Is it safe to breastfeed while using topical medication for skin conditions? Doctor, I have developed a lot of red rashes on my buttocks, so I have been using an ointment. However, I am unsure about the ingredients in the ointment and whether it is safe to breastfeed my baby. If ...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
When pharmaceutical companies develop medications, it is not feasible to conduct studies on the excretion of all drugs into breast milk. However, I believe that the amount of topical ointments (not applied to the breast or nipple area) that may be excreted into breast milk is neg...

Understanding Newborn Stool Patterns: Lactose Intolerance vs. Normal Changes

Newborn Stool II Hello Doctor, I previously consulted you about the issue of lactose intolerance in newborns. Currently, the milk intake is 100-120 CC every 3-4 hours. Since the night of December 20, I started adding 30 CC of breast milk, and the breast milk amount has now increa...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: 1. An increase in breast milk supply may lead to an increase in the frequency of bowel movements. You can observe if there is an increase in stool moisture, or if mucus or blood is present, as this may indicate diarrhea. If there are no such symptoms and only the frequen...

Understanding Newborn Bowel Movements: Lactose Intolerance and Feeding Tips

Newborn stool Hello Doctor, my daughter was born on December 1st of this year, with a birth weight of 3454 grams. She has been drinking breast milk and hydrolyzed formula (initially there wasn't enough milk). Around 7 to 8 days after birth, I noticed that her stools were ver...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Dear Tina, 1. Temporary lactose intolerance commonly occurs after gastroenteritis or chemotherapy. Congenital lactose intolerance is very rare and is more frequently seen in Finland. 2. Lactose-free formula is generally recommended for 6 to 8 weeks; if bowel movements are normal...

Managing Diarrhea in a 5-Month-Old Baby: Tips for Parents

Five-month-old baby with bowel movement issues? Hello Doctor: My baby at home is currently about 5 months old. She has loose, mushy stools 5 to 10 minutes after breastfeeding (or formula feeding) every time she feeds, with the frequency sometimes exceeding 10 times a day. Later, ...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
You can visit a pediatric gastroenterology department at a major hospital to check for milk protein allergy. If this is the case, it may be necessary to consume formulas with smaller protein molecules, such as "hydrolyzed formula," or even milk-free alternatives like &q...

Can Breast Milk and Formula Be Mixed in the Same Bottle?

Can breast milk and formula milk be mixed in the same bottle for feeding? Hello, Doctor: I have a baby who just turned three months old and has recently started to refuse breastfeeding. She used to drink breast milk exclusively, but now seems to be tired of its taste. I tried add...

Dr. He Shenglong Reply:
Hello: Formula milk should be prepared according to the concentration indicated on the label and should not be too concentrated. In principle, it is acceptable to mix it with breast milk. If there are gastrointestinal discomforts, please have a doctor evaluate and treat the condi...

Understanding Allergies in Infants: Symptoms, Testing, and Dietary Tips

Pediatric Allergies Hello, doctor. My baby is over seven months old. I started introducing solid foods at six months. The diet mainly consists of root vegetables and rice. Recently, I tried two new foods. The first one caused a significant reaction: redness and swelling around th...

Dr. Ma Yiqun Reply:
Hello: Allergen testing is generally performed after the age of 2. There are countless types of food allergies, and blood tests may not be able to comprehensively identify all of them. It is still recommended to introduce only 1 to 2 new foods per week to your baby. If any allerg...

How Long Should You Breastfeed? Expert Insights on Nutrition Beyond One Year

Breastfeeding can continue for as long as both the mother and child desire, but it is generally recommended to breastfeed for at least the first year of life Dr. Ma: How long can breast milk be given? If it exceeds one year, is the nutrition insufficient, and should we supplement...

Dr. Ma Yiqun Reply:
Hello Selina: Breast milk is the most suitable food for your baby. It is recommended to exclusively breastfeed until the baby is 6 months old, and then introduce complementary foods. Breastfeeding can continue for more than 2 years without the need to switch to formula. Changhua ...

Understanding Vomiting in Infants: Causes and Solutions for Parents

Vomiting after eating? Hello, doctor. My daughter just turned eight months old. She started introducing solid foods around five months, and aside from fruits, she has been eating well. Recently, I'm not sure if it's due to a cold and the medication (she has a cough, a s...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Dear Tina, Hello! After a child catches a cold, they may experience throat inflammation and pain, which can trigger a gag reflex after eating just a few bites. Additionally, infants may be picky eaters, rejecting certain foods and only consuming others. These behaviors are norma...

Addressing Dietary and Bowel Concerns in Infants: A Pediatric Guide

Dietary and bowel issues Hello Doctor, my daughter is currently over seven months old, weighing 6.7 kg and measuring 67 cm (measured on June 12). She is breastfed, consuming about 100-150 cc per feeding, 4-5 times a day. She eats vegetable porridge (carrots, cabbage, spinach, bro...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
1. An increase in the frequency and water content of stools is defined as diarrhea. In infants, diarrhea can vary in severity, and it is advisable to consult a pediatrician. Diarrhea caused by inappropriate complementary foods (such as allergies) typically occurs within three day...

Understanding Constipation in Infants: A Guide for Parents

Bowel issues Hello Doctor, my child is currently over six months old and is exclusively breastfed. Around five months old (on April 1), I started giving her Lactoferin LP33, currently two capsules a day (since both my husband and I have allergic tendencies). Initially, her bowel ...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Dear Tina, 1. The normal frequency of bowel movements can range from three times a day to once every three days; however, it is common for breastfed infants to have a bowel movement only once a week, and if the stool is soft, it is still considered normal. 2. An increase in pro...

Concerns About Baby Not Urinating for Over Ten Hours

More than ten hours without urination? Hello Doctor: My baby is currently 4 months old and weighs 9 kg. I breastfeed once a day and supplement with formula milk, around 60-180 cc. I would like to ask you about my baby not urinating from last night at 10:30 PM after finishing brea...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Dear tsae: 1. Increased physical activity during the day may have caused excessive sweating? 2. Sweating excessively at night due to heat while sleeping? 3. Sleeping too deeply? 4. Insufficient fluid intake? Please continue to monitor these possibilities. If you continue to exper...

Common Concerns for Your 3-Month-Old Baby: A Pediatric Guide

The issue with the baby? Hello Doctor: My baby is currently 3 months old and will turn 4 months in 2 weeks, weighing 8 kg. I have some questions regarding her health. 1. My baby shakes a little before urinating, which has been happening since birth but has become more frequent ...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Dear tsae, Hello! 1. The phenomenon known as "cold shivering" (shaking while urinating) occurs because the body expels a significant amount of heat energy during urination. The body compensates for this loss of heat by shivering to generate warmth, which helps mainta...

Common Pediatric Concerns: Baby's Health Questions Answered

Please consult a doctor? Thank you for your previous response, doctor! I have a few more questions to ask~~ My baby is now 3 months old and weighs 8 kg. He has one meal of breast milk supplemented with formula milk, around 60-180 cc daily. 1. A few days ago, while I was cleanin...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
1. The external genitalia of newborns are not fully developed (they will become more pronounced at puberty). As long as there is no hypospadias or penile curvature, the most important factor is that both testicles have descended into the scrotum and can be palpated, which indicat...

Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues in Infants: A Guide for Parents

Gastrointestinal issues in infants? Hello, Director Xie. I would like to ask about my two babies who are both about two months old and are drinking S26 formula. One baby has yellow stools, sometimes having several bowel movements a day and sometimes just once a day, weighing abou...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The act of defecation is quite habitual and natural for adults (holding breath, straining the abdomen, relaxing the anal sphincter), but infants are still learning this process. It is acceptable for them to sometimes turn red in the face or even cry while having a bowel movement....

Can Breastfeeding Moms Take B Vitamins? Effects on Milk Color and Baby

Vitamin B complex Can breastfeeding mothers take vitamin B complex supplements? After taking one in the morning, I noticed that not only my urine was darker during the first two times, but also the milk I expressed appeared more yellow. Could this be harmful to my baby?

Dr. Xie Degui Reply:
Hello: B vitamins and folic acid are beneficial for pregnant women and their fetuses, and supplementation is recommended.

Should You Switch Baby Formula? Understanding Digestive Issues in Infants

Should I change the formula? My daughter is currently eleven months old. She was originally breastfed, but recently we decided to wean her off breast milk and started transitioning to formula. However, after the switch, we noticed that her stools have become watery, although the ...

Dr. Xie Degui Reply:
Hello: Breast milk has a higher lactose content, so if breastfeeding is possible, there is generally no need to worry about lactose intolerance with regular formula milk. Watery stools may be a temporary phenomenon; if they persist, please bring a stool sample to the doctor for f...

Essential Pediatric Questions for New Moms: Feeding, Health, and Nutrition

Questions from New Moms 1. For a baby who is almost three months old, the typical milk intake is about 24 to 32 ounces (approximately 720 to 960 mL) per day, divided into several feedings. It's common for babies to have varying appetites, and if your baby is not showing sign...

Dr. Xie Degui Reply:
Hello: 1. The daily milk requirement for infants is approximately 100 to 200 cc per kilogram of body weight. If the infant weighs five kilograms, a minimum of 500 cc per day is essential. If the infant becomes restless and cries within three hours, it may indicate the need to inc...

Can You Use Slimming Cream While Breastfeeding? Expert Insights

Breastfeeding Issues Can I use slimming cream while breastfeeding (avoiding the breast area)?

Dr. Xie Degui Reply:
Hello: General contraindications for breastfeeding include certain chemotherapy drugs, lithium, endocrine medications, etc. As for the ingredients in slimming creams, it is recommended to bring them to a clinic for evaluation by a physician. Thank you for your inquiry.

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