Dr. Veerabhadrudu Kuncham
Pediatrics
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Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I am a working woman and would like to resume my job when my son turns 5 months old. What are the foods that I can introduce to my baby? Can I start with formula feed or ragi porridge?
Kindly advise.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I understand your concern.
Breastfeeding is recommended for the first six months. In cases where the mother is working, expressed breast milk or freshly prepared formula feeds can be given. Foods like ragi (finger millet) porridge have to be started from the seventh month onwards in addition to breastfeeding.
I hope this helps.
Thank you. Thanks and have a great day!!
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
Thank you for the response.
I work eight hours continuously, so expressed milk is a difficult option for me. Which formula can I introduce to him?
Kindly guide.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
Any baby formula in the zero to six months category can be used based on local availability like Dexolac, Nan Pro, or Aptamil.
I hope this helps.
Thank you.
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