Anyone ever heard of Milk Anemia?

Question

I would assume also that it would mean not getting enough milk. I was talking with my MIL about how my son (4 mo.) is still statisfied with breastfeeding only despite how big he is. Then she went on to tell me that her oldest, had milk anemia. (as told to her by a doctor) That he wasn't getting enough food and too much formula. It just really bugged me because it didn't make sense because anemia is a lack of something, not an excess of something.

Answer 1

I think milk anemia refers to the nutrients a baby lacks when he's old enough for other foods, but is only taking milk. It's difficult for an older baby to get enough iron from just breastmilk.

Answer 2

In infants, discontinuing iron-fortified formula and introducing cow's milk before 12 months can lead to Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA). Cow's milk is low in the iron necessary for infant growth and development and it often replaces the consumption of iron-rich foods. Milk decreases the absorption of iron and can also irritate the lining of the intestine, causing small amounts of bleeding. This slow, gradual loss of blood in the stool — combined with low iron intake — may eventually result in iron deficiency and anemia.

Answer 3

There is no such thing.

Anemia is a lack of iron. I think that your mother in law heard wrong, or the dr worded the info wrong. They may be referring to the iron in baby formula. Talk to a doctor.

Answer 4

doesnt that mean that an infant on formula isnt getting enough iron?

thats just a guess...lol.

Answer 5

Walnuts are toxic for dogs. The whole thing. I suppose you might consider that birth control but it wouldn't be my first choice.

Answer 6

nope. i would assume it means not getting enough milk, but i'm probably wrong

Answer 7

NOOOO????

Answer 8

NO