For Baby J’s 6 month check-up we were alarmed to discover that he did not gain any weight! In short, he stayed at 6kg despite gaining 3cm in length and also growing his head circumference. Although our pedia says that she will wait for 3 incidences of no weight gain, she advised us to give formula to Baby J as it has a higher caloric content.
We have tried so many formula brands like Nan, Promil and Bonamil. We even tried Similac but Baby J will spit it out despite being hungry. I am at my wit’s end having just bought Pediasure at over P800 for a can. I am really hoping that he’ll drink it if hungry.
On the other hand, our pedia was pleasantly surprised to see that Baby J is now pulling himself up to stand at the tender age of 6 months old. He literally has the motor skills of a 9 month old baby. Personally, I’m a bit scared because it means he’ll start walking and running around soon! At least hubby said he’ll chase after Baby J.
So, I am doing my best to fatten Baby J up by feeding him banana yogurt and pureed beef with rice cereal. I will then update our pedia at the end of the week.
Tags: infant formula, Pediasure
April 29, 2009 at 9:43 pm |
I’m not a doctor, but I have four children, and I have to say I strongly disagree with your doctor’s advice to “fatten your baby up” and to supplement with formula “because it has more calories”. You breastfed baby eats exactly what he needs – no more, no less.
I really REALLY wish you would ask another doc’s advice. What yours has said has been proven blatantly incorrect over and over and over again. You are doing just fine – and your breastmilk as all baby needs.
Good luck.
April 30, 2009 at 4:52 pm |
Hello Sandra,
Thank you for your thoughts on this matter. I too feel sad that I have to give formula while still being able to breastfeed. I’ll talk to hubby if we should consult another doctor.
May 7, 2009 at 8:51 pm |
Hi Issh! I would agree with Sandra, too. Have you consulted with another doctor?
Why don’t you try giving little J avocado (mix in a little breastmilk!) — it is nutritious and has a high fat content.