Patient's question:
My baby is a set of twins, both boys, and has always been on formula. Now they are 20 months old and still drinking it. They've gotten used to the habit that they must have milk before sleeping. When is it appropriate to wean them?Doctor's answer:
The babies are 18 months old now. They can skip cheese before bedtime, and drinking milk before their nap has actually become a habit. Now, the main focus of their diet should be to ensure three meals a day, maintaining a regular lifestyle. The milk intake should be around 300-400ml, which is sufficient. Drinking milk before bedtime is something that the mother has unintentionally fostered. Let's try these methods:1. Make sure the baby is full at dinner.
2. Don't feed the baby when they cry. Use other soothing methods to delay the time, such as: placing your hand on the baby, gently patting and stroking, or holding them close for a while. If it doesn't work after half an hour, then give the baby milk. It's best to dissolve it a bit first.