Question
The three-month-old baby has been unwilling to drink formula milk for more than a month, and the supply of breast milk is insufficient. We have tried changing the nipple and formula milk brand, but neither has worked, and the baby also dislikes water. What methods can be used to solve this problem?
Answer
For this situation, parents should not worry excessively. This is a common issue among breastfed infants. Here are some suggestions:
- When trying to feed formula milk to a baby who has always been breastfed, it is important to ensure that the mother stays away from the baby, avoiding the baby seeing or smelling the mother, as this may cause the baby to refuse the formula milk. It is best to feed the baby when they are very hungry or in a semi-asleep state, allowing the baby to gradually get used to it. Please note, do not force the baby.