It is best for a child to be breastfed when they are first born, as it will make their growth smoother. However, children cannot breastfeed their entire lives. Parents must find an appropriate time to weaning their children, otherwise their dependence on milk will only become stronger. So what is the most appropriate age for weaning a child?
It is best for children to be weaned at around one and a half years old. Because by this time the child has grown a lot and can understand what their parents are saying, parents can explain to their child why weaning is necessary. And at this time, there are already many complementary foods that children can eat, and the nutrition of complementary foods is sufficient for their growth.
There are many methods for weaning, the first of which is decisive and quick weaning. If this method goes smoothly, it will take about three to four days. This method is quite radical, and if you want to adopt it, it's best not to let the child see their mother or use anything else to attract them. The second method is to gradually weaned the child in sequence. If this method is fast, it takes about a week, and if it is slow, it takes several months. The length of time depends on the child's level of dependence on their mother.
At the beginning of weaning a child, some formula milk can be added to complementary foods. As the child gradually adapts, the amount of formula milk can be reduced. At the beginning of weaning, the child's emotions may be relatively poor, and it is best for parents to be by their side.
