Question
A one-month-old male infant has been diagnosed as a large baby. How should such a baby be fed to promote healthy growth?
Answer
For large babies, breastfeeding is a more ideal choice than artificial feeding, as breast milk provides balanced nutrition and its various components are suitable for the baby’s gastrointestinal function and nutritional absorption. During breastfeeding, mothers should maintain a reasonable diet, avoiding excessive intake of fatty soups to prevent imbalanced breast milk nutrition and increase the risk of obesity in the baby. At the same time, mothers should avoid over-consumption of meat and other foods and be cautious not to force the baby to eat. When the baby shows signs of satiety or detaches from the nipple, feeding should be stopped. Additionally, encourage the baby to engage in appropriate activities. Generally speaking, the likelihood of giving birth to a large baby increases when the mother has a higher blood sugar level.