Complementary foods, Pediatrics FAQ

Managing Milk Intake and Solid Foods for Your 9-Month-Old Baby

Milk supply, complementary foods, weaning? Hello Dr. Hsiao, My baby is 9 and a half months old. Currently, she has three meals a day, with formula milk first every 5.5 hours, but she refuses to eat solid foods afterward (even if I wait 2 hours, she won't eat a single bite ...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
At nine and a half months old, infants can start eating a variety of complementary foods and are not limited to purees. Options include small pieces of whole grain bread, toast, baby biscuits, small steamed buns, diced sweet potatoes, and cut-up vegetables and fruits. Just ensure...

Addressing Infant Constipation: Formula Changes and Dietary Solutions

Infant bowel movement issues? Hello Doctor, my baby is currently 4 months and 7 days old. He is drinking Karolotani goat milk formula. After birth, he was in the hospital for three days and was also given Karolotani. At that time, his meconium was normal. After being discharged, ...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: It appears there is a mild case of constipation. 1. If the baby is over 4 months old, you can introduce complementary foods, utilizing the fiber in these foods (such as fruit puree, vegetable puree, etc.); this can help with bowel movements. 2. Most hydrolyzed formulas hav...

Is My Baby Constipated? Understanding Stool Patterns in Infants

Is it constipation? Hello, doctor. My baby is three and a half months old and is on a fully formula-fed diet (with hydrolyzed formula). Recently, he has been having bowel movements every 3-4 days. Previously, his stools were mushy, but today they were formed into sausage-shaped s...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Infant constipation is defined as difficulty in bowel movements, the presence of hard or pellet-like stools, a decrease in the frequency of bowel movements, abdominal discomfort, or symptoms such as rectal mucosal bleeding caused by the passage of hard stools. Therefore, your chi...

Can Quaker Oats Formula Help My 6-Month-Old's Feeding Issues?

Infant feeding issues The child is currently 6 months old and seems to be going through a phase of milk aversion. Is it okay to mix Quaker Amis formula to change the flavor for the child? Will Quaker Amis have any effects on the child? I would like to ask for a doctor's advi...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Any complementary foods that have been approved by the Ministry of Health and Welfare can be given to infants who meet the appropriate age for consumption. However, these foods should be prepared separately and not mixed with formula, as formula has a specific mixing ratio. Addin...

Understanding Kidney Atrophy in Infants: Causes, Risks, and Dietary Considerations

Renal atrophy Hello, doctor. My baby is currently 11 months old. Around 8 months, he experienced a urinary tract infection, and subsequent tests confirmed vesicoureteral reflux (grades 2 and 3). During the inflammation, an ultrasound showed that the kidney sizes were over 7 and o...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: According to statistics, the normal kidney size for infants aged 6-12 months is as follows: for females, the mean is 6.3 cm, with a standard deviation of 0.68 cm, and a range of 5.1-7.5 cm; for males, the mean is 6.4 cm, with a standard deviation of 0.78 cm, and a range of...

Concerns About Yellow-Green Diaper Discharge in 11-Month-Old Baby

11-month-old infant diaper discharge? Hello Doctor, on December 8th, I noticed yellow-green spots on my daughter's diaper (she is 11 months old). On December 10th, we went to the hospital for a urine test, and the doctor said there was no issue. However, it has been nearly t...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
If the baby is eating normal complementary foods, this phenomenon should not occur. If feces can be ruled out, it may be worth considering a urine culture, as approximately 5 to 10% of urinary tract infections may not be detected in a routine urinalysis and could appear normal.

Is Your Newborn Drinking Enough Milk? Common Feeding Concerns Explained

Milk consumption issues? An 8-day-old baby is feeding normally, waking up every four hours for a feeding. However, the baby does not finish each feeding, leaving behind 10-20 ml of milk. During the feeding process, the baby is burped intermittently, but it seems that after each f...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello! The daily milk intake is approximately 100-200 cc/kg of body weight per day. If complementary foods are introduced, the milk intake is expected to slightly decrease, but the total amount should remain within this range. Having smaller meals is acceptable, especially the fi...

Understanding Digestive Issues in Infants: Is Sour Stool Normal?

Gastrointestinal issues Recently, the nanny has been insisting that I buy Xinfang Feiming or Ruoyuan tablets for my daughter. She says that the sour smell of my daughter's stool indicates that undigested food is fermenting. However, I remember that my daughter has always had...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: 1. Typically, stool is alkaline or neutral (pH values ranging from 7.0 to 7.5). Newborn stool is slightly acidic, with a pH of 5.0 to 7.5. The pH of stool depends on the diet and bacterial fermentation in the small intestine. Carbohydrates tend to make the pH acidic, whi...

Is My Child's Yellow Watery Stool Normal? Pediatric Concerns Explained

Diarrhea? My son is four months old and has been on hydrolyzed protein formula. He has now started drinking regular formula and eating complementary foods (porridge). He has bowel movements once or twice a day, and sometimes he doesn't have a bowel movement at all. Currently...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
If the water content of the stool is significantly increased compared to the normal stool, it can be defined as diarrhea.

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...

Understanding Constipation in Infants on Formula Milk: A Guide for Parents

Formula milk and bowel movement issues? The child is currently 4 months and 15 days old, weighing 6 kg, measuring 61 cm in height, and having a head circumference of 39 cm. They have been drinking Enfamil A+ formula and are on their third can. The milk intake is 150 ml, approxima...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello! For a baby over four months old, the daily food intake is approximately 100-200 gm/kg/day. Currently weighing 6 kg, this translates to a daily intake of 600-1200 gm of food. Formula milk accounts for about 600-750 mL, and along with other complementary foods, it seems the ...

Understanding Sleep Issues in Toddlers: Causes and Solutions

The baby is currently 1 year and 9 months old and has been experiencing sleep issues since 5 to 6 months of age? Hello, doctor. My son is currently 1 year and 9 months old. He has been waking up frequently at night since he was 5-6 months old, often needing to be held and comfort...

Dr. Zhong Ruixian Reply:
1. How long does the baby sleep during the day? Has the sleep pattern shifted to primarily nighttime sleep? 2. Is his overall development on track? For example, is his head circumference growth within the normal range, can he walk independently, can he say more than 4-6 words, a...

Understanding Increased Bowel Movements in Infants: Causes and Concerns

Sudden increase in bowel movements? The baby is now over seven months old and is exclusively breastfed. The growth curve is normal (8.9 kg, height 70.9 cm). On August 27, the baby suddenly had five to six bowel movements, but they were only small amounts, so I decided to observe ...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
1. It's okay; the complementary foods can be chopped into small pieces. However, you can also try mashing them a bit (it doesn't have to be pureed). 2. Based on the stool report, there may be a suspicion of bacterial gastroenteritis, such as Salmonella. Be aware of some...

Understanding Infant Hives: Causes and Care Tips for Parents

Facial rash? Hello Doctor, my son is currently three months old. On December 11, he developed numerous raised red rashes on his face, accompanied by slight coughing, sneezing, and nasal congestion. When we took him to the pediatrician, the doctor diagnosed it as hives caused by a...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Without seeing the rash in person, I cannot definitively say it is urticaria (hives). Even if it is urticaria, there are numerous potential causes, including the introduction of new complementary foods that may not be well-tolerated, contact with allergens, insect bites, viral in...

Optimal Milk and Solid Food Intake for 10-Month-Old Babies

Complementary foods and milk intake pairing? Hello, Dr. Hsiao. How many milk feedings does a 10-month-old baby need in a day? Currently, my child’s schedule is as follows: wakes up at 10 AM and has a formula feeding of 210 ml, then takes a short nap around noon for about an hour....

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
At 10 months old, infants have reached the age where they can start eating a variety of complementary foods. There is no need to strictly adhere to replacing a certain number of milk feedings or to worry about how many milk feedings they should have each day. Each infant is diffe...

Introducing Solid Foods to Your Baby: When and How to Transition

Baby complementary foods Hello, doctor. My baby is currently six months old and weighs 8.5 kg. He is exclusively formula-fed and has one fixed meal of solid food each day, but the amount is not much, not exceeding 50 ml. After eating the solid food, he drinks about 180 ml of form...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Complementary foods are generally introduced around six to eight months of age to replace one milk feeding, at ten months to replace two milk feedings, and by one year to replace three milk feedings. There is no specific quantity of complementary foods that must be consumed to re...

Understanding Frequent Vomiting in Toddlers: Causes and Solutions

Children are prone to vomiting? Hello Dr. Hsiao, I would like to ask you about my 2-year-old daughter. She often cries and then vomits, or she coughs and vomits, especially after drinking milk in the evening. She usually drinks more at night, about 150cc at 7 PM and 200cc before ...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
In a two-year-old child, the lower esophageal sphincter at the junction of the esophagus and stomach is still immature, which makes it easier for vigorous diaphragm movements, such as crying or severe coughing, to trigger gastroesophageal reflux and vomiting. This is generally no...

Is Your Baby's Formula Causing Loose Stools? Expert Advice

Drinking formula milk can cause constipation? Dear Doctor, my child is currently one year and one month old and is drinking Nestlé NAN Hypoallergenic formula. He/she has bowel movements almost 1 to 2 times a day, sometimes with a soft consistency and occasionally a bit watery, bu...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
If the formula milk is not suitable, common symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea (which is usually severe), blood in the stool, and rashes on the skin. If your child's stool is more frequent and has a different consistency than before, it does not qualify as diarrhea by defin...

Understanding Your Baby's Stool Color and Eating Habits: A Pediatric Guide

Baby stool color Hello, Dr. Pei: My baby is currently 8 and a half months old. Since starting solid foods, the color of his stool has become quite dark. Is this normal? Additionally, he has just gotten his two bottom teeth, and although I am cooking the porridge very soft without...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hi MANDY: Hello! After introducing complementary foods, the color and texture of the stool may change. As long as the color is yellow-green and there are no signs of diarrhea (which is characterized by a significant increase in stool water content), it is considered normal. At ei...

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