From birth, milk is the best food for babies. The amount of milk consumed by babies at different age stages varies, and as they grow older, their milk intake does not simply increase. When babies start adding complementary foods, their milk intake also decreases. After the baby turns one year old, they start to rely mainly on complementary foods, supplemented by formula milk. So, what is the optimal amount of milk for a one year and three month old baby?
What is the milk production for one year and three months
After the age of 1 year and 3 months, a baby's milk intake is usually around 600ml, mainly formula milk. Usually, milk is consumed every 3 and a half to 4 hours. The nutrition in formula milk is balanced and scientifically proportioned, which can provide the baby with the necessary nutrition for a day. At least 500ml of milk should be ensured every day, and the rest should be supplemented with complementary foods such as rice, noodles, vegetables, and meat in a timely manner. The addition of complementary foods should follow the principle of adding from single to multiple, from soft to hard, and from small to large.
What dietary habits should be developed for a one year and three month old baby
1. Reasonably arrange meals, eat at regular, designated, and quantified times.
2. Do not eat candy, drink soda or other snacks and drinks before meals;
3. Wash hands before meals, rinse mouth after meals, and avoid vigorous exercise before meals;
4. Developing the habit of eating by oneself, allowing children to use chopsticks and spoons by themselves, can not only increase their interest in eating, but also cultivate their confidence and independence;
5. Concentrate while eating, not watching TV or playing while eating;
6. Eating should be chewed slowly, but time should not be delayed. It is best to finish within 30 minutes;
7. Don't serve too much food to your child at once. Eat less first and add more after finishing to avoid developing the habit of leftover food and leftovers;
8. Do not take a sip of rice, drink a sip of water, or frequently soak rice in soup, as this can dilute digestive fluids and affect digestion and absorption;
9. Not picky or biased towards food, allowing children to choose food within the permitted range;
10. Food should not be used as a reward to avoid inducing children to develop a preference for certain foods. Parents and caregivers should set an example and lead by example, helping children develop good eating habits and behaviors from an early age.
A one year and three month old baby still needs to drink milk, mainly formula milk. The baby can obtain the necessary nutrients from formula milk. At this time, the baby may wake up in the middle of the night and want to drink milk occasionally. It's okay, but if this happens frequently, parents must take the baby to the hospital for medical treatment in a timely manner, as this may be a sign of discomfort in the baby's digestive system.
