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Is Cows Milk Advisable For A 11 Month Old Child?
Question: I have a 11 month old baby boy . I want to know when can i stop formula milk and start cows milk
Brief Answer:
Yes no issues
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
Usually cows milk is recommended after a year.
If your baby had already completed 11 months , no harm in trying to switch to cows milk.
I would just advice you to make this transition slowly.
that is start with one feed of cows milk and gradually increase it to 3 to 4 times . During this transition which has to be done slowly over a week, you can decrease formula feeding proportionately.
If you notice any symptoms like vomiting or excessive crying or loose stools, better to postpone to next month.
Wishing your child good health.
Regards
Dr Arun
Yes no issues
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
Usually cows milk is recommended after a year.
If your baby had already completed 11 months , no harm in trying to switch to cows milk.
I would just advice you to make this transition slowly.
that is start with one feed of cows milk and gradually increase it to 3 to 4 times . During this transition which has to be done slowly over a week, you can decrease formula feeding proportionately.
If you notice any symptoms like vomiting or excessive crying or loose stools, better to postpone to next month.
Wishing your child good health.
Regards
Dr Arun
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