Patient's question:
I would like to ask for some advice. My baby is eight and a half months old. I'm not sure if my daily schedule is reasonable:Morning 9:00 - 180ml milk,
Noon 12:30 - a bowl of porridge or 25g of rice powder (Hainans), then nap for 2 hours,
Afternoon 4:00 - half a bowl of porridge or a small bowl of noodles,
Evening 8:30 - 180ml milk, then sleep.
Midnight 3:00 - 180ml milk.
Additionally, 5:00 - one yolk, 6:00 - half an apple, 7:00 - calcium supplement. (Received AD shots)
Doctor's answer:
1. Calories: If a baby's weight increases significantly during this period, 80% of it is due to excessive calorie intake. If the baby is very thin or developing slowly, it is likely that they are not getting enough calories. The majority of the calories needed by the baby start to be obtained from breast milk or formula, gradually shifting to solid foods.2. Protein: Meat, chicken, fish, and tofu all contain high-quality protein. These can be prepared into foods suitable for the baby, but avoid giving too much at once and vary their intake.
3. Grains and other carbohydrates: Eating 2 to 4 spoons of grain foods per day can provide the baby with essential vitamins, minerals, and protein. Grains include whole-grain cereals, rice flakes, porridge, or noodles.
4. Water: Do not reduce the baby's water intake just because the amount of breast milk or formula is decreasing, especially in the summer. More water or diluted juice should be given.
5. Iron: Since the iron stored in the baby during this period is nearly depleted, it is essential to supplement iron-rich foods promptly.