The healthy growth of a baby cannot be separated from breast milk and formula milk. Parents have great requirements for choosing milk powder. Good selection of milk powder, no worries for the baby. So, is it okay for a two-year-old baby to switch to formula? How to change formula for a two-year-old baby? Let's take a look together and learn about this topic. I hope it will be helpful to everyone.
Is it good for a two-year-old baby to change formula
A two-year-old baby's diet should mainly consist of normal meals, while formula milk is relatively only auxiliary. At this time, the baby's digestive function has gradually improved, and the range of appetite adaptation has also significantly increased, so there is no need to slowly add it like a few months old. Parents often change their children's formula, usually once a month.
How to change formula for a two-year-old baby
Firstly, exchange breast milk for formula milk powder. The ingredients of infant formula milk powder are mostly based on milk, and the ingredients are adjusted in a certain proportion to make it similar to breast milk. However, there are no corresponding enzymes in the formula to promote the peristalsis of the child's intestines and stomach. Therefore, when changing formula, parents should first test the child in small quantities. If the child does not experience any adverse reactions, the number of scoops can be gradually increased until all formula milk powder is used. The two can be consumed alternately without causing any adverse reactions in children.
Secondly, switch formula milk powder to formula milk powder. Parents can adopt an alternating and gradual approach. By changing the ratio of old and new formula, children can gradually adapt to the new formula. Firstly, a formula with a ratio of 1:3 can be used. If the child does not experience any adverse symptoms after drinking, the ratio can be increased to 5:5 and then to 7:3 until all the new formula is replaced. This way, the child can relatively easily adapt to the new formula.
Overall, when choosing formula, babies need to consider various factors, such as their willingness to eat and whether the process of eating is normal. If a baby is willing to eat, it means he likes to drink. A two-year-old baby gradually develops their own opinions and knows what flavors they like. If the baby is unwilling to drink, it means the taste is not liked. This type of milk powder is also not acceptable.
