Milk consumption

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Milk consumption

Asked for Female, 2 Years

My daughter is now 2.5 years and has been on formula milk. When is the best time to move out of formula and what kind of milk should I consider? Considering the change over would take time please suggest.

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Dr. Raghunath Pediatrician 20 yrs exp Hyderabad Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Raghunath

Pediatrician 20 yrs exp Hyderabad

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You can try cows milk now itself. No need to wait as baby is already 2.5 years. You can also give freshly prepared home made food like rice idli chapathi with non spicy curry curd egg bread and biscuits with smashed fruits.

Next Steps

Slowly increase feed volume day by day

Health Tips

Be cautious while giving cows milk or new food. Watch for any allergy for food like vomiting or loose stool

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