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 Urinary Issues in Three-Year-Olds: Causes and Concerns
Urination patterns in three-year-old children? Hello Doctor: Our little one is three years and two months old. Over the past two months, we have noticed some issues related to urination. Thank you for your patience in reading this. 1. For the past two months, she has been urina...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: 1. There are many reasons for children to experience sudden urinary incontinence or bedwetting, such as drinking too much water before bedtime, being too cold which reduces the frequency of bathroom visits until they urgently need to urinate, being overly tired during th...[Read More] Understanding Urinary Issues in Three-Year-Olds: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Breast Development Issues in Fifth-Grade Boys
Developmental issues related to breast tissue in fifth-grade boys? Consulting a physician: During puberty, it is normal for girls to experience the development of lumps in their breasts, which can be painful to the touch. However, if a fifth-grade boy experiences similar symptoms...
Dr. Zhang Guozhen Reply:
Dr. Chang Kuo-Chen from the Zhudong Branch of the Hsinchu County Hospital responded that it is indeed unusual for an 11-12 year old boy to have a hard lump in the chest that is painful to the touch. However, as you mentioned, this phenomenon may also be related to diet (such as t...[Read More] Understanding Breast Development Issues in Fifth-Grade Boys
Understanding My Sister's Eating Habits: Pediatric Concerns Explained
I'm confused about the issues related to my sister's eating..? Doctor, I have some concerns regarding my sister's eating habits. She is currently one year and ten months old and eats three meals a day. She mostly plays with breast milk and hardly drinks any, nor do...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang Reply:
Hello, Sister's Mom: If the growth curve consistently maintains the 25th percentile, it is considered normal; the key is a balanced diet. If you feel the diet is not very balanced, it is advisable to provide some milk for children at this age, but remember to have them drink...[Read More] Understanding My Sister's Eating Habits: Pediatric Concerns Explained
Managing Allergies and Flu Vaccination for Premature Infants
Allergic constitution and influenza vaccine? Dear Dr. Chang, My baby is a preterm infant born at 35 weeks and 3 days! Currently, his corrected age is one year old. Since the end of May this year, he has had a cold that lasted until mid-August, during which he was treated with an...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang Reply:
1) The growth curve records an individual's growth process, specifically the continuous tracking of height and weight. If your baby consistently follows the same curve, it indicates that they belong to that particular percentile, and while they may be in the 3rd percentile a...[Read More] Managing Allergies and Flu Vaccination for Premature Infants
Overcoming Constipation: Helping Your Child Stop Holding in Bowel Movements
The issue of withholding bowel movements? Hello, Dr. Zhang. I would like to consult you regarding my 3-year-old daughter. Since she was 1 year old, she has developed a habit of withholding bowel movements due to several instances of painful defecation. She usually holds it in unt...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
Constipation can be influenced by dietary habits and lifestyle factors, and it is also important to consider the possibility of organic issues, such as congenital megacolon or abdominal tumors causing pressure. However, most cases are primarily due to poor bowel habits. Improveme...[Read More] Overcoming Constipation: Helping Your Child Stop Holding in Bowel Movements
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
Effective Supplements and Drinks for Managing Childhood Asthma
Childhood Asthma Our children (one is two years old and the other is three and a half) have asthma due to genetic factors and often catch colds that require hospitalization. We would like to ask the doctor what dietary supplements or beverages can be used to improve the frequency...
Dr. Zhang Wenwang Reply:
Hello Cindy: There are many folk remedies circulating that claim to cure asthma, but according to family members who have tried them, they are not entirely effective. Instead of believing that a certain medication or food can improve asthma, it is better to maintain a balanced di...[Read More] Effective Supplements and Drinks for Managing Childhood Asthma
Whole Milk vs. Skim Milk: What's Best for Your Toddler's Nutrition?
Is low-fat better or whole-fat? Hello Dr. Lin: My child is currently 2 years old, and I would like to ask you a few questions. 1. I have heard that it is better for children to drink whole milk. Is this true? 2. Is the nutritional content of goat's milk inferior to that of c...
Dr. Lin Huizhen Reply:
Dear Ms. Tsao, I am Dr. Lin Huizhen, the Director of the Pediatrics Department at Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare. 1. It is essential for developing children to consume full-fat products! However, since there are many sources of dietary fats available for chil...[Read More] Whole Milk vs. Skim Milk: What's Best for Your Toddler's Nutrition?
Is Your 7-Month-Old Getting Enough Nutrition? Tips for Parents
Is the baby's nutrition sufficient? 1. My baby is currently over 7 months old and refuses to eat solid foods. I’ve noticed that it’s not that my baby doesn’t want to eat, but rather that my baby is afraid to swallow. I’m considering waiting until 8 months to try introducing ...
Dr. Chen Rongtai Reply:
1. The letter mentions concerns about the baby's nutrition. When introducing solid foods, it is essential for the baby to first adapt to using a spoon. Additionally, initial chewing requires repeated practice. Most babies tend to refuse the spoon at first due to fear. For yo...[Read More] Is Your 7-Month-Old Getting Enough Nutrition? Tips for Parents
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
Impact of Long-Term Magnesium Hydroxide Use on Children's Urine and Health
Drugs and Urine Hello, my child is currently 2 years old and has been taking magnesium hydroxide since he was a month old to help with bowel movements. Recently, I have noticed a strong unusual odor in his urine, which was not present initially. Could this be related to the long-...
Dr. Zhang Peixin Reply:
Hello: Theoretically, the absorption of magnesium oxide (MgO) is minimal, and this can be excreted by the kidneys in healthy individuals, so it should not cause any odor. If your mother is concerned, she may consider testing the blood magnesium ion concentration. Additionally, tr...[Read More] Impact of Long-Term Magnesium Hydroxide Use on Children's Urine and Health
Essential Pediatric Care: Addressing Common Injuries and Concerns
I am injured..? Hello Dr. Lin, I would like to ask you a few questions: 1. My daughter is currently over nine months old. A few days ago, while playing with her toys, she accidentally scratched her cheek with a sharp edge of a toy. A red scratch appeared immediately on her chee...
Dr. Lin Huizhen Reply:
Dear Xiaofen, This is Dr. Lin Huizhen, the Director of the Pediatrics Department at Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare. 1. Yes, it is possible. 2. Generally, there will be no significant fever or cough afterward, and there will be no sequelae. 3. Typically, if chil...[Read More] Essential Pediatric Care: Addressing Common Injuries and Concerns
Choosing the Right Formula for Your Toddler's Growth and Development
Infant growth formula Hello Dr. Tsai: My baby is currently 1 year and 5 months old and is drinking Abbott Similac HMO formula. A friend recommended that I switch to Abbott PediaSure. However, PediaSure does not contain DHA. Will this have any impact on my baby's growth and d...
Dr. Cai Zhengxian Reply:
Dear Ms. Chen, I am writing on behalf of Dr. Lin Huizhen, the Director of Pediatrics at Tainan Hospital, Department of Health. Thank you for your understanding regarding the personnel changes. Generally, the manufacturing and nutritional supplementation of major brand infant fo...[Read More] Choosing the Right Formula for Your Toddler's Growth and Development
Impact of Excessive Meat Intake on Children's Kidney Health
Once again, I would like to consult Dr. Tsai? Thank you for the information! However, I have another question to ask you. If I consume too much meat, will it put a burden on my child's kidneys? In the case where she is breastfeeding, what could be the reason for her urine ha...
Dr. Cai Zhengxian Reply:
Dear Shanshan's Mom, We recommend that you consume a variety of foods daily, including rice, wheat, fruits, vegetables, and animal-based foods. Adding iron-fortified cereals and meats can provide adequate iron. Legumes, small fish, cheese, and yogurt can supply calcium. You...[Read More] Impact of Excessive Meat Intake on Children's Kidney Health
Understanding Green Stool in Infants: Causes and When to Worry
Gastrointestinal absorption and bowel movement? My son has just turned three months old and weighs about seven kilograms. He has a bowel movement once a day, and the stool is greenish in color, mushy, and sometimes has a sour smell. Some pharmacies say that the green stool is due...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
1. A weight gain of 7 kilograms in 3 months is excellent. 2. Green stools can indeed be due to the iron content in formula or the action of bile and intestinal enzymes, so there is no need to worry. 3. The sour smell of the stools may be due to malabsorption of carbohydrates....[Read More] Understanding Green Stool in Infants: Causes and When to Worry
Understanding Your Baby's Unusual Stool: Pediatric Concerns Explained
Bowel issues Hello Doctor: When my child was 6 months old, I switched his formula. Recently, I noticed that his stools have changed; they are somewhat watery but not overly so (they are a bit mushy but not too mushy) and do not have a strong odor. Initially, I thought he was just...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
The stool is soft and mushy. If there is no foul odor, sour smell, blood in the stool, abdominal bloating, decreased appetite, or signs of distress such as crying, there is no need for excessive concern. You may consult a pediatric gastroenterologist to evaluate and rule out the ...[Read More] Understanding Your Baby's Unusual Stool: Pediatric Concerns Explained
Is My Toddler's Nutrition Adequate Without Formula Milk?
Do not drink formula milk? My baby (boy) is 2 years and 1 month old, with a height of 90 cm and a weight of 13 kg. His weight has not increased at all in the past few months, but he has grown taller. I give him formula milk in the morning and evening, and he eats meals with adult...
Dr. Zhang Yingwen Reply:
1. At 2 years and 1 month old, weighing 13 kilograms, the child's weight falls at the 50th percentile on the growth chart for Taiwanese children, which is considered a standard weight. The weight gain at this age is slower compared to when the child was 1 year old, which is ...[Read More] Is My Toddler's Nutrition Adequate Without Formula Milk?