Complementary foods, Pediatrics FAQ

Essential Guide to Baby Food: Nutrition Tips for 11-Month-Olds

Infant complementary foods Hello Doctor, my daughter is currently 11 months and 18 days old, weighing 7.6 kg (her weight gain has been slow, with a birth weight of 2796 g) and measuring 72 cm in height. She is very active. Her daily feeding schedule is as follows: - 7:30 to 8:0...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Dear Tina: Regarding the issue of infant complementary foods, please refer to the attached document for my response. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Pei Ren-Sheng, Director of Pediatrics, Taoyuan General Hospital, Department of Health.

How Long Does the Milk Aversion Period Last in Infants?

How long does the milk aversion period last for children? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask how long the milk aversion period lasts for children. My child is currently 8 months old but only drinks 100cc every 4 to 5 hours. What methods can be used to increase their appetite?

Dr. Ma Yiqun Reply:
Hello, Xiao Yu: Milk refusal can be categorized into physiological and pathological types. The former is often due to a slowdown in growth rate, which leads to a relative decrease in caloric needs, and it does not significantly affect the baby's growth and development, so th...

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 ...

Concerns About 4-Month-Old Baby Refusing Milk: Tips for Parents

A 4-month-old infant not drinking milk? My younger brother is 34 weeks old and weighs 2465 grams. He is currently over 5 months old and has not been drinking breast milk well since he was 3 months old, only consuming about 90 ml. His activity level is normal. Is it common for a b...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The information you provided is somewhat insufficient, including the current height, weight, and head circumference. It is unclear whether the mentioned age in months is the corrected age (or simply the chronological age calculated from the date of birth). Additionally, it would ...

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...

Addressing Baby Allergies: Calcium Needs and Development Concerns

Baby allergy issues? Hello, Doctor Ma. My baby is currently over three months old. About a month ago, she was feeling unwell, and the doctor diagnosed her with allergies. Therefore, my baby has been drinking Nestlé Nan formula. When I went to the pharmacy, they mentioned that Nes...

Dr. Ma Yiqun Reply:
Hello Wang: Regular infant formula (including hydrolyzed protein formula) contains an adequate amount of calcium, so there is no need to supplement with calcium powder. Inappropriate addition of calcium powder may lead to side effects. If your baby is confirmed to have allergies,...

Understanding Pink Urine in Infants: Nutrition and Dietary Concerns

Changes in urine color & nutritional issues Hello, my baby is currently over 8 months old. Following the doctor's instructions, we have been feeding him beets for 2 days, and I noticed that his urine has turned pink. Is this normal? I live abroad, and since my baby was 6...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The color of urine can be influenced by food and medications, but pink urine is less common. It is advisable to seek medical attention for examination (a simple urinalysis can check for infections or hematuria, and a renal ultrasound can assess for hydronephrosis or kidney stones...

Understanding Baby's Bowel Movements: When to Worry About Diarrhea

Baby's stool Hello Doctor, I have a 10.5-month-old baby boy who has been having three bowel movements a day, with one of them being watery for the past two weeks. His diet consists of formula milk, complementary foods such as barley powder, chicken porridge, and fruits. Ty...

Dr. Xie Degui Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, the baby seems to be eating well and does not appear to have gastroenteritis. If the situation persists, it is recommended to bring the baby's stool to the doctor for evaluation.

Understanding Anemia in Infants: Causes, Symptoms, and Care

Anemia in infants? My baby is almost one year old, and recently his complexion has been yellowish. Two months ago, his blood test results showed that his hemoglobin level was only 7, and both MCV and MCH were low. I was tested for thalassemia during my pregnancy and it was negati...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
Microcytic anemia, characterized by a low mean corpuscular volume (MCV), is commonly seen in Taiwan and includes two main types: thalassemia and iron deficiency anemia. Thalassemia can be diagnosed using electrophoresis, which can also differentiate between mild and severe cases....

Introducing Solid Foods for Babies: Tips for Parents with Allergies

Baby complementary foods Hello, Doctor: 1. My baby is now over 10 months old and has had atopic dermatitis since 6 months. The skin looks pretty good, but occasionally there are some red spots on the cheeks. We usually provide the baby with complementary foods such as job'...

Dr. He Ciyuan Reply:
1. Foods that can cause allergies are mostly derived from proteins, including milk, eggs, soybeans, nuts, seafood, and fish, which are common allergens. Any food can potentially trigger an allergic reaction. If a specific food is identified as a trigger, it is advisable to avoid ...

Is It Too Long Between Night Feedings for My 4-Month-Old Baby?

Is there too long of a gap between milk feedings? Hello Doctor: My baby is currently four months old and weighs 7 kg. Since he turned four months, I have started to wean him off nighttime feedings. He consumes about 170-200 cc of formula milk per day, divided into four meals, wit...

Dr. Xie Degui Reply:
Hello: The purpose of introducing complementary foods to infants is to help them adapt and chew; it cannot yet replace the nutritional value of formula milk. Your baby weighs 7 kilograms. Approximately 700 to 1000 c.c. of milk is needed for healthy growth. You can feed your baby ...

Managing Allergies in Infants: Key Dietary Guidelines and Health Concerns

Allergy Hello: My child is currently over 7 months old and has a history of allergies. I would like to ask: 1. Should egg yolks and meats be introduced only after 10 months to reduce the risk of allergies? 2. What is the appropriate amount of egg yolk to give? Which types of meat...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
1. Egg whites should be introduced around one year of age, while most meats are considered low-allergen complementary foods. 2. When starting to try new complementary foods, the principle is to begin with small amounts and gradually increase, starting with purees, then moving to ...

Understanding Infant Milk Aversion: Tips for Parents of 6-Month-Olds

Extreme aversion to milk... does not like to drink milk? Hello, doctor. My baby is 6 months old. He started to refuse milk at 3 months, and recently he has become even more averse to it. He cries and throws a tantrum whenever he sees a bottle, tightly closing his mouth and resist...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
1. For infants over 6 months old, formula can be switched directly without a gradual transition, and the taste is better than that of newborn formula, making it suitable for infants who are picky eaters. As long as the stools are not watery, hard, contain blood streaks, or are gr...

Managing Milk Intake and Solid Foods for Your Baby's Nutrition

Milk supply and complementary foods? Dear Dr. Pei, My baby girl was born on August 28, 1997, and she is currently about 4 and a half months old. Her weight is approximately 7.6 kg, and her height is about 65 cm. She has been refusing milk for over a month now and rejects all mi...

Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: A normal baby weighs about three kilograms at birth, and by the fourth or fifth month, their weight will double to approximately six kilograms. By the age of one, they should weigh about three times their birth weight, which is around ten kilograms. After that, they typica...

Nutrition and Growth Concerns for Toddlers: A Parent's Guide

Nutrition and Growth Hello, doctor. My son is two and a half years old. Previously, he would vomit everything, but now that he is in daycare, his appetite has improved, and he no longer vomits. However, he mostly eats white rice and meat, and he doesn't eat much vegetables. ...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
At two and a half years old, a height of nearly 90 cm is acceptable (25-50 percentile), but a weight of 10 kg is considered too low (<3 percentile). If other developmental milestones (such as walking, running, climbing stairs, speaking, and social behaviors) are normal, this i...

Concerns About Growth and Nutrition in Pediatric Sleep Issues

Nutrition and Growth (2/2) In the evening, it takes him about two hours to fall asleep, often around 11 or 12 o'clock. I have heard that growth hormone is secreted around 10 PM, which worries me about his growth and nutrition. Given his situation, should I provide him with a...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
At two and a half years old, a height of nearly 90 cm is acceptable (25-50 percentile), but a weight of 10 kg is considered too low (<3 percentile). If other developmental milestones (walking, running, climbing stairs, speaking, and social behavior) are normal, this is mostly ...

Addressing Weight Concerns in Infants: Tips for Parents

Baby weight issues? Hello, doctor. My baby boy was born at 36 weeks and weighs 1500g. His corrected age is one year, with a height of 68 cm and a weight of 7 kg. He drinks milk every 3 hours, and previously he drank a maximum of 120 cc. After he caught a cold at 10 months old and...

Dr. Xie Degui Reply:
1. According to the description, the baby's development is not delayed, but growth is insufficient and height is below normal, indicating a lack of nutrition for some time. 2. Besides being premature and having a low birth weight (SGA), the baby may also have intestinal sen...

Understanding Breast Enlargement in Infants: Causes and Concerns

Breast enlargement in infants? Hello, doctor. I have an 8-month-old baby girl whose development is normal, but her breasts are larger than those of other infants. What could be the reason for this, and is it normal? Thank you.

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
It is generally believed that breast enlargement and ductal dilation in infants are responses from the infant's own endocrine system. If growth and development are normal, the infant is likely healthy, as long as there are no other secondary sexual characteristics (such as a...

Concerns About Developmental Delays in Infants: What Parents Should Know

Is there a problem with developmental delay? Hello Doctor: My baby was born on December 12, 1996, and is now 10 months old. I am a bit concerned that she may be experiencing developmental delays. At 7 months, she started teething (which gave me some relief). At 8 months, she lear...

Dr. Xiao Kaiwen Reply:
The development of gross motor skills typically includes rolling over at 6 months, bringing objects to the mouth, sitting steadily by 7 to 8 months, and crawling by 8 to 9 months (some may skip crawling and go directly to standing). Your child seems to be slightly delayed (but no...

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