Should You Stop Night Feedings for Your 9-Month-Old? Pediatric Insights
Complementary foods? Should I stop night feeding? Hello Doctor, I have a few questions: 1. My son is currently 9 months and 20 days old, but he only weighs 7.8 kg. He has been hovering around 7 kg for a while, and I am really worried. He is currently eating Nestlé hydrolyzed ...
Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello: 1. Your son is currently 9 months and 20 days old, weighing 7.8 kg, which corresponds to approximately the 3rd percentile on the growth chart for boys. His weight is indeed on the lighter side. The normal caloric requirement is 100 kcal/kg/day, so your baby should be con...[Read More] Should You Stop Night Feedings for Your 9-Month-Old? Pediatric Insights
Can LP33 Probiotics Help Reduce Allergies in Infants?
LP33 Probiotic Dear Doctor, I have a history of allergic conditions (allergic conjunctivitis leading to dry eye syndrome, and a tendency for nasal allergies, including seasonal allergic urticaria). I am concerned that my child may also have an allergic predisposition. The pharmac...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang Reply:
If there is a family history of allergies and there are concerns about the baby developing allergies, it is advisable to introduce complementary foods a little later. The same applies to probiotics and other medications, as their effectiveness can vary from person to person.[Read More] Can LP33 Probiotics Help Reduce Allergies in Infants?
Thyroid Dysfunction During Pregnancy: Impact on Infant Intelligence and Growth
Hypothyroidism? Low intelligence? I would like to ask the doctor: I gave birth to my first son on January 31 last year, and when he was about 5 months old, I became pregnant again (while breastfeeding). At that time, I had a cold shortly after becoming pregnant, and soon after, m...
Dr. Pei Rensheng Reply:
Hello! From the detailed records, it is clear that you are very attentive to your baby's growth and development. Here is an overview of congenital hypothyroidism: 1. According to the Department of Health, the incidence is approximately 1 in 2,800. Most cases are due to under...[Read More] Thyroid Dysfunction During Pregnancy: Impact on Infant Intelligence and Growth
Understanding Infant Blisters: Causes and Feeding Concerns for Parents
Blister My son just turned six months old, and suddenly he has developed a few small blisters on his forehead, hands, and the soles of his feet. It is known that it is not chickenpox. My mother-in-law says it is part of growing up, similar to shedding skin. Is there such a notion...
Dr. Zhang Guozhen Reply:
The following is a response from Dr. Chang Kuo-Chen of the Pediatric Department at the Hsinchu County Hospital regarding Miss Hsiao Ying's first question about blisters. It is recommended that a pediatrician examine the condition in person to obtain an accurate diagnosis, an...[Read More] Understanding Infant Blisters: Causes and Feeding Concerns for Parents
Is Lactose-Free Formula Safe for My Baby's Digestive Issues?
Lactose-free milk powder? Hello, doctor. My baby is currently 11.5 months old, measuring 76 cm and weighing 10.5 kg. She is lively, cheerful, and active, showing good growth. However, we have been facing persistent issues with her bowel movements. Three months ago, she had roseol...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
1. The nutritional composition of lactose-free formula is similar to that of regular infant formula, so it can be continued even if the baby is nearly one year old. Babies over one year old can also obtain balanced nutrition from the addition of complementary foods. 2. Hydrolyzed...[Read More] Is Lactose-Free Formula Safe for My Baby's Digestive Issues?
Do Children Need Vitamin Supplements for Healthy Growth?
Healthy Diet and Children's Growth Do children need vitamin supplementation?
Dr. Chen Rongtai Reply:
The letter mentions the issue of vitamin supplementation and whether it is truly necessary. In today's well-fed society, as long as children at home have a balanced diet, they generally receive sufficient nutrients and do not necessarily need additional supplementation! If a...[Read More] Do Children Need Vitamin Supplements for Healthy Growth?
Can I Switch Back to Infant Formula for My 10-Month-Old?
Can it be reversed? My sister was born weighing 2400g, and now at ten months old, she weighs approximately 8600g. Since switching to a larger infant formula at six months, she has been experiencing constipation. I would like to know if I can switch her back to the infant formula ...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
1. It is possible to switch back to infant formula for a ten-month-old baby; however, the issue of constipation at this stage is not solely related to the formula but is more associated with the intake of vegetables, fruits, and fiber. If constipation is severe, it is important t...[Read More] Can I Switch Back to Infant Formula for My 10-Month-Old?
Understanding Baby's Stool Changes: Breastfeeding and Solid Foods
Breast milk and complementary foods? Hello, my baby is almost 6 months old. When he was 5 months, he had bowel movements once or twice a day, or every other day. Recently, I've been feeding him rice cereal and porridge (just a small amount to get him used to it), and now his...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang Reply:
The symptoms you described are consistent with diarrhea. The cause is not solely related to food. If you suspect that complementary foods are the culprit, it is advisable to pause them for a while and then try reintroducing them later.[Read More] Understanding Baby's Stool Changes: Breastfeeding and Solid Foods
Is It Safe for My 5-Month-Old to Start Crawling Early?
Is it okay to climb too early? 1. Hello, my daughter is currently five months old. She has received three vaccinations during her second, third, and fourth months, but I cannot find the Chinese name for these vaccines. Can you help me? The general name is Hexavalent (which includ...
Dr. Lin Huizhen Reply:
Dear Ms. Yu, 1. Hexavalent vaccine. 2. This should be a matter of personal preference. 3. It will not affect them, as children's neurological development is sufficient, and they will naturally begin to crawl. 4. Children can start training to eat complementary foods around ...[Read More] Is It Safe for My 5-Month-Old to Start Crawling Early?
Concerns About Toddler Nutrition: Milk-Only Diet and Growth Issues
Children's dietary issues? Hello Dr. Chang, My son is 2 years and 1 month old, but he does not like to eat solid food and only drinks milk, three times a day. I am concerned whether he is getting enough nutrition and if his growth and development might be affected. He is c...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang Reply:
Dear Concerned Mother, 1. In fact, height and weight are significantly influenced by genetics. Your baby's growth curve shows a height around the 75th percentile, while the weight is slightly lighter at about the 25th percentile relative to height. 2. Regarding the intake ...[Read More] Concerns About Toddler Nutrition: Milk-Only Diet and Growth Issues
Essential Guide to Flu Vaccines and Nutritional Needs for Infants
About the influenza vaccine? Hello Dr. Lin, (1) Thank you for your previous response. However, my daughter has recently had a decreased appetite. You mentioned that we could focus on complementary foods rather than solely on milk, but she is eating very little of those as well ...
Dr. Lin Huizhen Reply:
Dear Xiaofen, This is Dr. Lin Huizhen from the Pediatrics Department of Tainan Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan. (1) As long as the additives in regular milk are within appropriate limits, they do not pose a significant burden on children. If the intake of milk ex...[Read More] Essential Guide to Flu Vaccines and Nutritional Needs for Infants
Calcium Deficiency in Infants: Addressing Feeding Issues and Oral Health
Are you lacking calcium? Hello Dr. Lin, I would like to ask you a few questions: (1) My daughter is currently 11 months old. When she was around six months, she experienced a decrease in appetite for milk. At that time, you suggested that I try feeding her milk while she was sl...
Dr. Lin Huizhen Reply:
Dear Xiao Fen, This is Dr. Lin Hui-Chen from the Pediatrics Department of Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare. (1) For a typical 11-month-old child, due to physiological changes, the caloric requirement decreases, and milk intake may reduce. It is advisable to gradu...[Read More] Calcium Deficiency in Infants: Addressing Feeding Issues and Oral Health
Understanding Decreased Urination in Infants: When to Seek Help
Decreased frequency and volume of urination in infants? Hello! My baby just turned six months old, and I've noticed that since she had a cold recently, her urine output and frequency have decreased. She hasn't urinated from the evening until the early morning. Should I ...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: 1. If there is decreased urination along with poor appetite, please seek medical attention to confirm whether there is dehydration or other diseases. Only after ruling these out should you consider a milk intolerance issue. 2. For complementary foods, you can refer to manu...[Read More] Understanding Decreased Urination in Infants: When to Seek Help
Is Your Baby's Soft Muscle a Concern? Pediatric Insights and Tips
The baby's muscles are soft? My baby is exclusively breastfed and is now ten and a half months old. Since there are no breastfeeding mothers around to consult, I started introducing solid foods when he was six months old, using various types of porridge and rice cereal. Howe...
Dr. Cai Zhengxian Reply:
Dear Mom Long, Congratulations on your commitment to breastfeeding exclusively for such a long time, and for introducing complementary foods at six months. It seems your baby is encountering some difficulties with the introduction of solid foods. Attached are the principles for ...[Read More] Is Your Baby's Soft Muscle a Concern? Pediatric Insights and Tips
Understanding Milk Aversion and Fontanelle Concerns in Infants
Issues related to milk aversion and fontanelle? Hello Doctor: My daughter has just turned seven months old, and recently, over the past week or two, she has been very averse to milk. Especially in the last few days, whenever I try to feed her milk, she pretends to gag as soon as ...
Dr. Cai Zhengxian Reply:
Dear Mother Qi, Greetings from Dr. Tsai Cheng-Hsien, attending physician of pediatrics at Tainan City Hospital. It is common for babies aged 5 to 7 months to refuse milk or breast milk while showing a preference for foods with different flavors or textures. This phenomenon is re...[Read More] Understanding Milk Aversion and Fontanelle Concerns in Infants
Understanding Skin Reactions and Nutrition in Infants: A Pediatric Guide
Rubbing of both feet Hello Dr. Lin: I would like to ask you a few questions... 1. My daughter is currently seven months old. Recently, she has been bitten multiple times by mosquitoes on the soles of her feet and around her ankles, and the skin around her feet is very red and som...
Dr. Lin Huizhen Reply:
Dear Dr. Lin Huizhen, Director of Pediatrics at Tainan Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan: 1. This type of ointment can be applied, but it is advisable to prevent some children from licking their feet. You may consider putting on socks after applying the medication. ...[Read More] Understanding Skin Reactions and Nutrition in Infants: A Pediatric Guide
Understanding Infant Spit-Up: Concerns for Your 4-Month-Old Baby
Regarding vomiting... urgent? Hello, Doctor: My baby is already 4 months old, but he has been spitting up milk for the past two days. Isn't it supposed to improve after 3 months? Since my baby is now 4 months old, is it concerning that he is still spitting up? (The amount he...
Dr. Cai Zhengxian Reply:
Hello, Yoyo's mom: Your baby will experience less spitting up after three months, but it may still occur occasionally. Please observe if there is any brown substance or green bile in the vomit. This could indicate acute gastric bleeding or acute intestinal obstruction. If it...[Read More] Understanding Infant Spit-Up: Concerns for Your 4-Month-Old Baby
Best Practices for Introducing Solid Foods and Milk for Infants
Complementary foods My baby is over 4 months old and drinks very little breast milk, usually about 500-700 ml a day in 4-5 feedings. He seems to be less interested in breastfeeding lately, especially after introducing juice and rice cereal as complementary foods. I would like to ...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: Some young children may not eat much but can still grow normally, so please regularly plot their growth curve on a monthly basis. If there are any issues, medical attention should be sought. If there is no history of allergies, rice cereal can be introduced after four mont...[Read More] Best Practices for Introducing Solid Foods and Milk for Infants
Managing Diarrhea in Infants: Tips for Parents of 6-Month-Olds
Diarrhea Hello, my daughter is six months old and has been experiencing diarrhea, having six bowel movements a day for the past 12 days. She is on both formula and breast milk, and her mental state is normal. Her weight has not increased from four to six months. How can we improv...
Dr. Lin Wenxian Reply:
Dear Mom of Zhen Zhen, Hello! I would like to address your questions in order: 1. Regarding diarrhea, I would like to clarify whether you mean that Zhen Zhen's bowel movements have simply increased in frequency, or if there has been a significant change in the consistency ...[Read More] Managing Diarrhea in Infants: Tips for Parents of 6-Month-Olds
Can My Allergic Baby Receive the Measles Vaccine Safely?
Measles vaccine Hello, Doctor: 1. My baby is currently 10 months old and has received all the scheduled vaccinations on time. However, since my baby has allergies, we have not introduced any egg products. If my baby has a slight allergic reaction to eggs, can he still receive t...
Dr. Lin Wenxian Reply:
Dear Mother De De, Greetings from Dr. Lin Wen-Hsien, Chief of Pediatrics at Tainan Hospital, Department of Health, Executive Yuan. I would like to address your questions in order: 1. The likelihood of an egg allergy is very low; out of 100,000 children, only about one may have ...[Read More] Can My Allergic Baby Receive the Measles Vaccine Safely?