Can a Baby Over Ten Months Old Drink Milk After Weaning?

Question

My baby, who is over ten months old, is preparing for weaning. Can the baby drink boiled fresh milk after the weaning process? I mean the fresh milk that farmers get from milking their own cows.

Answer

After weaning, it is recommended to make formula milk the main food for the baby, as the trace elements in fresh milk, such as zinc and calcium, are different from the baby’s needs. Long-term consumption may lead to deficiencies in these trace elements. While fresh milk can be consumed, it should not be the main food to avoid the risk of trace element deficiencies. Overcooking the milk may decompose vitamins and other nutrients in the milk, reducing its nutritional value. Wishing your baby a healthy growth.