Patient's question:
How many times should a 17-month-old child who drinks formula milk eat, and do they still need to have dinner? Their absorption is not good, can they eat some fruit? They often get sick. Previous treatment history and effectiveness: None. What kind of help is needed: Just want to ask how many times to drink formula milk, how many times to have meals, and can they eat some fruit?Doctor's answer:
Babies usually start weaning around ten months, gradually transitioning to meals as their primary food source, with dairy products serving as supplementary nutrition. At seventeen months, the baby should primarily rely on meals for nutrition, with dairy being given in moderation. This ensures the baby receives the necessary nutrients for growth and development.It is recommended that a seventeen-month-old baby have a varied diet, with occasional supplementation of formula milk. Too much formula can actually make the baby reluctant to eat regular meals. Fruits and vegetables should be included in their diet regularly. If the baby has poor digestion, oral medications to regulate gastrointestinal function can be used, but fruits should still be consumed.
Appropriate oral vitamin D drops can be given to enhance calcium absorption. Wishing the baby healthy and strong growth.