How Do You Switch A Baby From Soy Formula To Whole Milk?
The reasons a baby drinks soy formula vary. Some babies show signs of being lactose intolerant, while others may be on soy formula because of colic or the parents’ diet preferences. The recommended age to switch a baby from formula to whole milk is 12 months according to babycenter.com, but you should always consult your doctor before making the switch. Many parents choose to make the switch to whole milk gradually and this change can be broken down into several steps. Consult your baby’s physician before beginning the switch to whole milk. Once he says it is OK to begin making the switch, do it gradually. Mix a couple of tablespoons of whole milk with some cereal or fruit and offer it to your baby. The texture of whole milk is different from formula, so your baby may be hesitant to consume it in the beginning. If your baby doesn’t have any adverse reactions to small amounts of whole milk mixed with your baby’s food, mix one part whole milk with three parts formula in a bottle or sippy
