Patient's question:
The baby has been exclusively breastfed. Sometimes in the afternoon, the milk isn't enough, so we provide one bottle of formula. The small nipple is too slow for the baby to drink, and he doesn't like it. He gets tired after drinking 120 ml and stops. We want to switch to a larger nipple for 3 to 6 months. Will this interfere with breastfeeding? We're afraid that after changing the nipple, he'll dislike breastfeeding even more.2. The baby loves to take naps while eating, eating and sleeping, and falls asleep if he's not full. It's very difficult to wake him up to eat. Even after waking him up, he only manages to drink a few mouthfuls before falling asleep again, and he's barely full. Will this interfere with the child's growth and development?
3. Previously, the baby would shake his head when full while eating. At three months, there was a half-month period when the milk wasn't enough, and the baby had teething, making him reluctant to eat. Later, he kept shaking his head and spitting milk, and it seemed like he wasn't eating enough. Now the milk is fine, but what should we do?
Doctor's answer:
As you mentioned this situation, generally speaking, there's no need to be overly concerned. It's better to give the child a gradual recovery process. Now, in this case, it often gradually changes as the child gradually transforms. Regarding the re-emergence of teeth and chewing ability, if you want to switch to a larger nipple, it's okay, but it should be done gradually. First, observe the child's reactions carefully before proceeding.