2007-01-09 01:17:56 · 47 answers · asked by september_serenade 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Depends. If we're talking about introducing solids around 6 months then no, they shouldn't be losing weight. The introductions of solids is just that, an introduction, it's about baby learning how to chew, swallow and experimanting with new textures and flavors (as well as seeing if spaghetti bounces as well as peas! LOL) It's a learning process. However breastmilk or formula should not be cut down at this point, if baby is taking in less breastmilk or formula, you're giving him too many solids. Breastmilk or formula should be the PRIMARY source of nutrition during the entire 1st year of life. Introducing solids should not mean less breastmilk or formula. If baby starts taking less breastmilk or formula you need to cut back on the solids. Breatmilk and formula is more bang for your buck (more calories for same amount of formula or breastmilk as baby food) So filling baby up on baby food means less calories and fat (which babies need plenty of for brain development) than filling up on breastmilk or formula.
If we're talking about a 12 month old, then possably. Is baby becoming more moblie? Learning to walk? This will cause a minimal weight loss in some children. This is normal. Plus growth slows considerably at this point in thier development.
HTH
2007-01-09 01:47:06 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is normal for babies weight gain to slow down as they near the solid giving age around 6 months, but they should not normally lose weight. They can gain none or only very small amounts of weight after some milestone such as crawling and walking, though. Remember baby needs milk more than food up until his/her first birthday - either frequent breastfeeds, or 24-32oz formula a day (sometimes more). If you are giving pureed vegetables, these are just empty calories and more for getting baby used to trying solids, hence milk being so important.
If you are worried I'd take baby to see a health profressional to check baby and to get some advice on weaning. Good luck!
2007-01-09 01:23:11 · answer #2 · answered by Caroline B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I didn't notice this happen with my daughter, but I would guess that it is common for it to happen, because normally when you introduce food, it's when baby is getting more active and burning the calories off quicker.
If you are concerned you could always go see your health visitor/doctor.
2007-01-09 01:39:19 · answer #3 · answered by ♥Pamela♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on how much weight, if it's just a little, it's probably nothing to worry about. But if it concerns you, talk to your docotor, that's what he/she is there for. When my daughter (now 5) switched to sold foods from age 12months to 18 months, she would eat NOTHING but crackers (goldfish, regular, graham) my doctor said not to worry, that she would be picky, and she came out of it just fine!
2007-01-09 01:22:39 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, all three of my sons did this and I was worried to death, but the Doctor said everything was fine. They also will lose some weight when they begin walking.
2007-01-09 01:23:06 · answer #5 · answered by sweetpeasmum 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Walk daily 30 mins in the morning
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