Question
The infant’s weight is excessive, but the standard is uncertain. The 8-month-old at home weighs nearly 20 pounds, with both legs and arms very chubby. How can one prevent infant obesity? Can the amount of food intake be controlled?
Answer
Hello. Mothers should recognize the importance of proper feeding. Once an infant is found to be overweight, it is advisable to continue breastfeeding as much as possible or learn to correctly prepare formula milk, control the amount, and avoid introducing solid foods too early. Infancy is a critical period for forming dietary habits, so it is necessary to avoid long-term bottle feeding and using food to comfort and encourage infants, which are bad habits. As the infant grows older, it is recommended to reduce the consumption of starchy foods.