A one and a half year old baby has already learned to walk and eat. At this point, breast milk is completely unable to meet the baby's growth and development needs, and the baby's main source of nutrition is already food. But at this time, many babies are unwilling to eat, which makes mothers very anxious. What if a one and a half year old baby doesn't like to eat?
The correct strategy for a 1.5-year-old baby who doesn't like to eat is not to be impatient. After the age of 1 and a half, the baby's appetite decreases due to the slowing down of their growth rate. At this time, a 1.5-year-old baby usually eats 5-6 times a day. Be careful not to give your baby any other food within an hour and a half before eating.
When the baby is hungry, feed them complementary foods first. If the baby refuses to eat due to the presence of the mother, the mother can be temporarily allowed to leave and be fed by someone else. It is very important for the baby to learn and accept solid foods in a timely manner. If the baby's love for breast milk is particularly severe, it may be considered to cut off breast milk. If the child can eat complementary foods well, breast milk can continue to be fed. In addition, to address the issue of 1.5 year old babies not liking to eat, adjustments can also be made from the following aspects:
1. Drink plain water after breakfast: Drink plain water in the morning (because it can replenish lost water at night, clean the intestines, eliminate waste, awaken the digestive system and restore overall function, clean the mouth, etc.), drink milk or staple food half an hour later, and then drink a few sips of water after finishing (to dilute milk and clean the mouth).
2. The timing of drinking milk and eating staple foods should be regular, with intervals of 3 to 4 hours, and 4 to 6 hours at night. This is because the baby's digestive system is delicate and underdeveloped, requiring sufficient emptying and rest to ensure normal digestion and absorption functions. Eat the main food first. At this time, the appetite is better and it is easier to accept the main food. If you are not full, you can eat milk again. Eating a meal is 9% full. It's difficult to handle at night, so only drink milk.
3. Drink plain water or fruit juice between meals, do not eat anything else, replenish sufficient water and vitamins, promote the improvement of digestion and absorption functions, and eliminate waste and toxins from the body. (Note that homemade fruit juice must be hygienic, fresh, ready to drink, and not stored. The formula includes carrots, apples, cucumbers, pears, tomatoes, etc. If you are worried about it cooling down to the baby, use boiling water to warm it up in a cup before drinking. If possible, drink it once in the morning and once in the afternoon, and make sure to drink it once a day.)
4. Timely addition of complementary foods: After birth, babies mainly eat dairy based foods, but as they grow up, relying solely on breast milk cannot meet all their nutritional needs. Therefore, it is necessary to add complementary foods to babies in a timely manner to provide the necessary nutrients for their growth and development. The staple foods added by the baby include vegetable paste, sweet potato Congee, mung bean Congee, pumpkin Congee, millet Congee, steamed protein, no other ingredients, only salt, and crucian carp soup boiled for more than 3 hours; The amount added should be appropriate, and you should be full. If you are not full, drink some milk. If the baby does not have digestive disorders or symptoms of indigestion, it is good. If there are abnormalities, it should be stopped or reduced. Pay attention to hygiene. It is best to eat and make the food added to the baby right away. The utensils used to add staple food should be disinfected regularly to prevent viruses from entering the baby's body and causing diseases. For a 1-year-old baby, liquid food should still be the main source, and it is recommended to eat less milk (fresh is better, not exceeding 500 milliliters per day). Adding staple foods may vary among individuals, so caution should be exercised.
5. Mothers should have a light diet: Breastfeeded babies: Some mothers have not yet weaned, so mothers should eat light food, avoid seafood, and avoid foods that are too cold or too hot. Fruits should also be chosen, with a focus on moderation, and drinking plenty of plain water. Pay attention to nipple hygiene. Once breast inflammation occurs, stop breastfeeding.
6. Artificially fed babies may experience weakened digestive system function due to malnutrition. It is important to observe the baby at all times and adjust their diet (including the amount of milk powder and staple food) based on the situation after consuming the main food.
7. Pay attention to the baby's temperature, as it can also affect their appetite.
8. After the baby falls asleep every night, the mother gently massages the baby's stomach in a clockwise direction through her clothes, from 10 times to a maximum of 30 times, which is beneficial for the baby's digestion and absorption, and promotes the improvement of function. It is a very effective health exercise.
9. Once the baby gets sick, their diet should be reduced.
A one and a half year old baby doesn't like to eat. Mothers must put in some effort to prepare their baby's diet and take some measures to cope with it. This can ensure the baby's nutritional intake. Only with sufficient nutrition can the baby grow and develop well.
