Patient's question:
The baby is three and a half months old. Due to insufficient breast milk, we are mixed feeding, but recently the baby has suddenly become reluctant to drink formula milk. Even when hungry, the baby doesn't want to eat, sometimes crying while eating, and at other times, the baby just plays with the bottle and can't finish the amount, often choking after just a few sips. What could be the reason?Past treatment history and effectiveness: None.
What kind of help is needed: Why is the baby not eating formula milk anymore?
Doctor's answer:
Always feeding with formula or mixed feeding? If you're always feeding with formula, it might be that the child has entered the weaning phase. It will improve over time, so don't worry. It's important to introduce complementary foods promptly to ensure the child doesn't miss out on nutrition. If you're mixed feeding, it's also normal. Mixed feeding can affect the mother's nipple, and it's quite common for children not to take the bottle. You can try feeding the formula with a spoon to help the child get used to the taste again. It will gradually get better. Whether you're mixed feeding or formula feeding, it's essential to provide complementary foods in a timely manner. Generally, it's recommended to start introducing complementary foods around four months.