Pheonex - posted on 05/26/2009 ( 203 moms have responded )
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I want to stop breast feeding and switch to wholemilk, he hasn't taken to the sippy cup and I'm afraid that if I just use a regular cup he won't get all the milk he needs. I didn't really want to use a bottle, but can't think of an alternative for nap and bed times. Does anyone have any suggestions?
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Anna - posted on 05/26/2009
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I can only give you my opinions, not an expert... But if your son doesn't take the sippy cup, then you'll have to give him a bottle. Maybe he still has a need for sucking on something? And I understand , through parental classes and books aso, that milk shouldn't be given to babies before 12 months of age. Milk lowers the intake of iron, and a baby needs more iron than a grown man! So maybe a formula for babies his age would be better? Good luck :)
Susan - posted on 05/26/2009
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What's your hurry? A bottle really is your best option, as suckling is a comfort issue. Also, milk is for baby cows, not baby humans. There are other products available, so you may want to talk with your pediatrician.
Elise - posted on 05/26/2009
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In Australia, the health department says that babies need to be on either breastmilk or formula until they are one year old, otherwise the risk of their developing a lactose intolerance is very high.
My daughter is 16 months old and still drinks her milk from a bottle. It's part of our bonding time together... It depends a bit on why you're wanting to use the cup.
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