How to Address a One-and-a-Half-Year-Old’s Refusal to Drink Formula Milk

When a child grows older and breast milk is insufficient, or the mother has special circumstances that prevent breastfeeding, feeding fresh milk or whole-fat formula milk may not be the best option. The high protein content in milk can increase the burden on the infant’s underdeveloped kidneys, potentially harming kidney function. Additionally, the fat components in milk differ from those in breast milk, lacking the essential fatty acids needed for infant growth and development. The iron content is also insufficient, which may affect the child’s physical and mental development. Milk that has been appropriately processed into infant formula has a similar composition to breast milk and is suitable for children of different age groups. Parents should choose the appropriate formula based on their own financial conditions and circumstances, and use it under a doctor’s recommendation.
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