Patient's question:
After weaning my daughter, she has never been willing to drink formula milk. The rice powder on the market is also only eaten occasionally in small amounts. Her stools are quite dry. I have been preparing food for her separately, but if she is not hungry for long enough, she doesn't eat much. Sometimes her stomach gets bloated, but her spirits are generally good. I am worried that she may not be getting enough nutrition and her immunity might decrease, so I would like to consult about the reasons for her poor appetite.What kind of assistance I need: I don’t know why my daughter is afraid to drink milk. Could it be a problem with her digestive system?
Doctor's answer:
Some babies may experience a second phase of weaning. The symptoms include an increase in milk intake compared to usual, but the baby's mental state and growth and development are good, without fever, vomiting, abdominal distension, constipation, or other symptoms. Bowel movements are normal. When the baby does not want to breastfeed or use a bottle, you can try feeding the baby with a small spoon to see if they will eat. If the baby still does not want to drink milk, do not force them, as this may lead to choking and aspiration pneumonia. Pay attention to any other discomfort symptoms the baby may experience, and seek immediate medical attention for further examination to check for any other issues.