Question
For a four-month-old baby whose mother is working and cannot breastfeed exclusively, how should the feeding schedule of breastmilk and formula milk in the morning and evening, and during the day be arranged? Is it possible to introduce complementary foods such as glucose, water, and egg yolks, and how should the feeding times and intervals be planned?
Answer
Babies aged 1-2 months do not require water or juice. For artificially fed infants, it is important to supplement vitamin C. At 3-4 months, babies need to start supplementing iron, which can be achieved by introducing complementary foods rich in iron. It is recommended to gradually introduce single-ingredient foods and observe for any allergic reactions. At the same time, maintain the intake of milk to meet the baby’s growth and development needs.