Patient's question:
Why is it said that breast milk loses its nutritional value at 6 months? Should I wean my child at 6 months?Doctor's answer:
There is no iron in breast milk. Infants use the iron reserves in their mother's body for the first six months, after which they are almost depleted. Additionally, if the baby only starts drinking cow's milk later, they will always be hungry, so it is necessary to start adding complementary foods at this time. However, breastfeeding can still continue. Generally, infants can be weaned around the age of one. During this period, the complementary nutrition for the infant must be better, otherwise their nutritional needs will not be met.