I have several questions regarding what to do for my son.... (please don't tell me to talk to his doctor; I HAVE and I am just looking for second opinions) ...any experienced parents out there been through this before? Thanks!
1. How much solid food should my son be eating to prepare him for next month when we switch him from formula to whole milk? What should his diet be like when he turns one?
2. How should we go about that transition (should we cut out formula all at once, or gradually--how gradually)?
3. How much attention does he need during the day? It seems like the more I play with him the more he whines and wants even more attention, to the point I get nothing done all day but play with him.
4. What are some good games to play with a baby that age? He loves peek-a-boo and patty-cake and when I sing to him, but I dont know a lot of fun things to do with him at home.
5. What other changes should we make as he turns big 1, and what else should I know?
THANKS!
2006-11-09 00:40:51 · 5 answers · asked by cartmansmom 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
1. I believe by age 1, my son was mostly on solid foods, with occasional soy milk (we cut out formula completely at 1 year, as well, but went the non-dairy route). As long as he's getting enough nutrients, and feels full, you should be OK. What you could do is serve him food with the rest of the family (mashed or chopped up, of course), and once that is done, if he's still hungry, then give him a small cup of formula. Eventually, he'll fill up on solids.
2. It's better to slowly transition to milk. It tastes different, and he may well refuse to drink it, if it's all that's offered at first. I'd say you could do it over a few weeks. Maybe milk with the meal, and a small cup of formula afterward.
3. At that age, children often don't self-entertain well. What I found I could do was have him 'help' me with things around the house. He helped me match socks, and he could pick up his toys and put them in the bin. He loved to try and sweep, and would hold the dustpan for me. May not be as efficient as doing it myself, but at least it got done, right?
4. If he likes music, maybe he'd like a video? Maybe he'd like blocks? My son loved his big Legos (I think they were MegaBlocks), and pushing cars and trains all over the floor. Now is a good time to read with him, too - board books, picture books, etc.
5. He's probably very mobile already, but if not, he will be shortly. Check for safety issues around the house (stairs, stoves ,etc) because he'll be able to reach more if he's standing up. It won't be long before you're doing potty training, if you aren't already - watch for signs that he's interested in the potty.
2006-11-09 00:52:38 · answer #1 · answered by Zyrilia 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
He should be having 3 small portions of solids a day. formula should be given first , then food. if he eats all 3 then great if not dont fret, kids never starve themselves. U can wean him off formula by giving 2 formula and 2 milk but it really depends on him, so some trial and error is needed. if he doesnt take to it at first dont stress, its a new thing for both of u, and he will adjust. he needs alot of stimulation but he should be learning to play on his own a little too. a mirror will entertain him, give him lots of tummy time, lots of things he can fit safely in his mouth. and not choke. A toy mobile that he can play with on the floor that he can fit underneath will keep him happy, also a jolly jumper is great while u go and do housework, just hang it in the door way. the more u entertain him yourself the more he wants, so try and do ur housework around him, so that he can see u. there are some great dvds for children his age, the baby einsteins range is educational and stimulating.making faces, showing him books, talking to him, playing this little piggy, baby massage are all things u can do at home. Make sure u have safety gates, plug protectors and chemicals stashed away safely as he is nearing the age of one, hes more a toddler than a baby, so expect some crafty tricks from him very soon!
2006-11-09 08:59:09 · answer #2 · answered by Nicole L 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My daughter is almost 14 months old when she was about to turn a year old I wondered about the formula thing too. I started giving her a little whole milk every now and then so it wouldnt be such a big change, and she took it very well. And as far as playing games, they enjoy anything you do, I always play with my daughter with all of her toys, anything she wants to play with, I play with her.
2006-11-09 09:37:17 · answer #3 · answered by Jennifer H 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
okay first off i should tell you that i am not a parent but on the other hand i have watched children for the past six years of my life. heres my opinion on these questions. i believe solid foods should be at least 75% of his daily intake. after he turns one make sure he still drinks juices and things like that but it may be best to give him regular milk first that way hes still getting the calcium he needs to grow babies usually tend to want the juices more often than milk. if solid foods are about75% of his daily intke then you have been takeing him slowly off hte formula any way. so just go at it by giving him regular milk then formula that way he gets use to the diferent taste. then by the time hes one he'll be use to the taste. as far as the attention yeah he needs you to show him you love him but he also needs to learn to play by him self as well as with other children. i know that i t can be hard to find other children some time for your child to interact with so you may have to teach him the sharing aspect your self. that way when he is around other children he wont throw a fit becasue they have his things. hide and seek you hide and let him look for you when he finds you give him lovin's ya know, playing tickle alot gives him a sence of laughter. as your child turns 1 you probably shouldnt make that big of a change imediately hes already makeing one change i would try not to give him too much confusion but over time may be you should take him a few words and meanings like yes and no, momma and daddy and who some people are that are close enought to your baby for him to see them often and know their faces so he can better learn their names and realy who they are.
2006-11-09 09:55:23 · answer #4 · answered by Suzie Q 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well at the age of 11 months and 1 they are old enough to get in trouble and it is OK to pop there hand they are testing there limits at this age set so guide lines for them
2006-11-09 08:49:47 · answer #5 · answered by Olivia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋