I would like to ask if the for the baby does not need to follow what they say.

Patient's question:

Treatment and Effect: None
Concerns about assistance: I would like to know if I can mix the baby formula without following the recommended ratio. Many people say that mixing it according to the ratio makes it too thick, so I have been adding more water than powder. Will this lead to malnutrition? How should I mix the formula? The baby is 8 months old.

Doctor's answer:

The estimation of the amount of formula milk needed for a baby daily is usually based on the full milk quantity. One portion of formula milk, when added with water to make it four portions, becomes full milk. Advice: If the formula is not prepared according to this concentration, it will be difficult to control the daily feeding amount for the child. If the child has already been provided with a sufficient amount of complementary foods, the concentration of the formula can be appropriately reduced. The above advice is for the question "I want to know if I can prepare the formula milk without following what they say." It is hoped that this will be helpful to you. Wishing you good health!