Question

Can 120-day-old infants eat grains and mixed cereals? If the baby wakes up to eat within an hour after drinking milk, is this too frequent? The baby seems to enjoy eating grains and mixed cereals, but online sources say they should be introduced at least at four months old. Is it possible to start early? Have there been any other complementary foods introduced, and what were the effects?

Answer

Infants under two months old should not be provided with complementary foods and should be breastfed exclusively. If the baby is not getting enough milk, consider using formula. The baby’s crying does not necessarily mean it is hungry; feeding should be regular, with feedings every two hours for now. When the baby is crying, you can divert its attention, gently massage the abdomen, and check for bloating or other discomforts, such as red buttocks. Avoid endless feeding to prevent a vicious circle ( vicious circle is not a recognizable term in English, so it’s omitted from the translation).