Question
My baby is now six and a half months old. He used to love eating complementary foods but not much for milk. However, after catching a cold a few days ago, he now doesn’t seem interested in complementary foods anymore, but rather has a special interest in milk. How should I handle this situation?
Answer
When infants experience a lack of appetite, their digestive abilities decrease. It is advised to avoid forcing feeding to prevent indigestion or vomiting; prolonged lack of appetite may affect growth and development, leading to poor complexion or susceptibility to colds. Appropriate use of traditional Chinese medicine for spleen and stomach regulation can help promote digestion and absorption, restoring appetite; medicinal porridge can stimulate appetite, and infants with poor appetite can consume it moderately.