Many babies who are preparing to be weaned may gradually experience "poor appetite and eating less", which worries new mothers. Why do babies eat less after weaning than before? So, what should I do if my baby doesn't quit breastfeeding or eat?
Generally speaking, babies who are just starting to quit breastfeeding may experience some changes in their appetite. This is because his diet has changed, and the mother needs to help his baby rebuild his diet. If the baby starts supplementing with complementary foods before weaning, there may not be much change in appetite; If not, the baby needs to gradually adapt for a period of time. After weaning, the baby's diet needs to be changed, and drinking formula milk powder appropriately can alleviate discomfort after weaning.
During the weaning period, babies should not eat anything. During this time, mothers should gradually reduce the frequency of breastfeeding and increase the amount of formula milk and other supplementary foods used by babies to prevent anorexia. In addition, during this period, it is also important to take care of the baby's emotions, comfort the baby in a timely manner, and have more communication and interaction with the baby. During the weaning period, the baby can also eat other complementary foods, such as millet porridge, spinach and carrots, which are very suitable for providing nutrition to the baby and promoting his appetite.
For newborn babies who have just weaned, their diet should be gradually adjusted, especially the selection of formula milk powder must be cautious. It is necessary to choose formula milk powder that is both nutritious and suitable for the baby's intestinal digestion and absorption.