Patient's question:
The baby is overweight, but the standard is unclear. My almost 8-month-old baby weighs nearly 40 pounds. His legs and arms are very chubby. How can I prevent the baby from becoming overweight? Can I control the amount of food he eats?Doctor's answer:
Hello. Mom should understand the importance of proper feeding. Once it is found that the baby is overweight, breastfeed as much as possible. Or learn to mix formula milk correctly. Control the amount of milk. Avoid adding solid foods too early. The baby is a critical period for forming eating habits. It is necessary to avoid bad habits such as prolonged bottle-feeding and using food to comfort and encourage the baby. When they are a bit older, try to eat less of foods like noodles.