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the next step:
transition
ing to milk
by emily egan a s parents, we often spend a lot of time obtaining as much information as we can to make sure that our children will grow up to be as healthy and well behaved as possible. we take parenting classes, read parenting books and articles, and get as much parenting advice as we can from friends and family. however, while we take many things into consideration when raising them, new questions can arise as they continue to grow, specifically when it comes to feeding. making the decision to breast
feed or not is always a hot topic, but what do we give our children after breast milk or formula? beginning the transition we know the benefits of breast milk and formula, but transitioning to milk is an entirely new ballgame. when should babies begin transitioning from breast milk and/or formula to milk? what milk should we transition them to? should they keep the same bottle during the transition? in his 20 years as a pediatrician, dr. brannon perilloux of associates in pediatric & adolescent medicine in baton rouge has had many new parents asking similar questions regarding milk transition. one of the more frequent questions asked is when to begin the transition. as your little one continues to grow, he or she will require higher concentrations of protein and fat not found in breast milk or formula for healthy brain and nerve development. ?beginning milk transition at around 12 months helps ensure healthy development within the baby,? says dr. perilloux. along with the transition to regular milk, the baby should also be eating the same foods as the rest of the family in order to 2 8 b r p a r e n t s . c o m | d e c e m b e r 2 0 1 8
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