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Can Cerelac Be Given To A Baby Of 4 Months?
Is it okay for me to feed my baby cerelac even if she's only 4 months? I don't think she gets satisfied with my breast milk. I tried giving her formula but she doesn't like it and it would end her up feeding from me. Though I still have milk (coz I'm squeezing my nipples from time to time to check if there is really milk coming out and there really is) she would still cry and she seems so unsatisfied with what she's getting from me. Should I give her a cerelac? What do you recommend?
Thu, 18 Sep 2014
Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.
In short :- exclusive breast feed only till 6 months of age
No , starting cerelac or other weaning food is not recommended at 4 months of age , baby's also cry for reasons other than hunger like colic , gas and normally also .If baby is passing urine 4- 6 hourly, gaining appropriate weight , active , I do not see reason to worry.
You should take a balanced diet so that there is more milk formation .
In last do not start cerelac, give her breast feed only.
Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us.
Wishing your baby good health.
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In short :- exclusive breast feed only till 6 months of age
No , starting cerelac or other weaning food is not recommended at 4 months of age , baby's also cry for reasons other than hunger like colic , gas and normally also .If baby is passing urine 4- 6 hourly, gaining appropriate weight , active , I do not see reason to worry.
You should take a balanced diet so that there is more milk formation .
In last do not start cerelac, give her breast feed only.
Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us.
Wishing your baby good health.
• DISCLAIMER: - All the information provided here is for information purpose only , it is not a substitute for the advice of a physician after physical examination , it is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor. This information in no way establishes a doctor-patient relationship. Before acting anything based on this information do consult your doctor. I recommend that online users seek the advice of a physician who can perform an in-person physical examination
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