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What could be the best replacement of breast milk for my 16-day-old baby?
Query: Hi doctor,I have just a 16-day-old newborn baby who is under breastfeeding. Because of that reason, I want to know the best replacement for breast milk and how I can replace it step by step? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is no replacement for breast milk because it contains nutrients sufficient for the baby's growth in the initial six months. Contraindication to this is maternal HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), chemotherapy, and so on. If you have a problem in establishing a fe... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I just have a basic query. We are currently giving our newborn infant formula milk 45 milliliters every three hours. Due to the heat, we sometimes put the infant formula milk back in the refrigerator and gently place it in a warm bowl of water prior to feeding. I now realize that reheat... Read Full »
Dr. Bhaisara Baraturam Bhagrati
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Formula feed is often known to give indigestion issues like diarrhea or vomiting by nature. Yes, a sudden change in temperature can add concerns. You can do the following tips: You can keep it in the refrigerator. Kee... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,My 2-month-old baby weighs 7.7 pounds and my breast milk seems insufficient. Could you please advise on an appropriate substitute to provide and how to go about it?Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. It is important to address these types of queries through a personal consultation. Therefore, I would suggest you consult a pediatrician regarding your baby's low weight. I would also suggest you consult your gyneco... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have a six-month-old daughter. We are giving her Similac isomil soy infant formula (lactose-free) as a milk substitute two to three times a day. Other times she is fed breast milk only. We are giving this formula milk for the last two to three months. I just want to know whether I ca... Read Full »
Dr. Prakash Chandra Girdhar Lal Nagar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The infant formula you mentioned needs to be given for a specific reason, that is if the baby is having lactose intolerance and a proper diagnosis is made. Or else there is no need for special milk formula. If your baby is active, passing normal motion, and gaining wei... Read Full »
My baby feeds on formula milk mainly and not on breastmilk, and his weight has not improved. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I delivered my son at 36 weeks; his birth weight was 2.53 kg. He was 2.33 kg during discharge. He was given breastfeeding and 15 ml water, 1 scoop of Dexolac special care two times a day for the next 11 days. His weight was 2 kg on the 12th day. He pees three to four times a day and passe... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Babies tend to lose around 10 % of the initial weight during the first 10 days and gain weight thereafter. You can give breast milk and Dexolac ( partially skimmed milk, Lactose, Edible oils, Whey and whey solids, Emulsifier< Taurine, antio... Read Full »