is it to early to give my 11 month old real milk? he will be one on the 28th?

Answer 1

I waited till mine were a year old, I don't think 1 month would make much of a difference. I think I would just call the pediatrician to get a heads up though. Make sure on what type of milk though. I initially gave them whole milk because that is what every said to do. When questioned by the pediatrician, she said to switch them to 2% instead because children nowadays get enough fat in their diets to compensate.

Answer 2

I just wanted to say thankyou for asking this question I have a 11 month old also born on the 28th and have been wondering the same thing. With both of my other children I waited till they were 12 months but I don't think 1 month can really make that much of a difference as long as there isn't a history of allergies in you or your other children

Answer 3

Why do experts recommend waiting to introduce cow's milk until a baby is 12 months old?
There are several reasons to delay the introduction of cow's milk until your baby reaches his first birthday. Most important, a baby's digestive system can't digest cow's milk proteins. Cow's milk also has too much sodium, potassium, and chloride, which can tax your baby's kidneys.

Even if his system could handle it, cow's milk doesn't have all the vitamins and minerals (especially vitamin E, zinc, and iron) that he needs for growth and development in his first year. Giving a baby cow's milk could even cause iron deficiency and internal bleeding. And it can increase his risk of an allergic reaction.

Once your baby's digestive system is ready to digest it, though, milk becomes a powerful ally. A great source of calcium, phosphorus, vitamin A, and magnesium, milk will build your toddler's bones and teeth and help his body regulate his blood coagulation and muscle control. Almost all milk is fortified with vitamin D, which helps the body absorb the calcium it needs.

Milk also provides protein for growth, as well as carbohydrates, which will give your child the energy he needs to toddle all day! And if your child gets enough calcium from the get-go, there's evidence that he'll have a lower risk of high blood pressure, stroke, colon cancer, and hip fractures later in life.

please wait you and baby will be happy you did

Answer 4

Some pediatricians say that it is safe to give babies whole milk at 10 months, so I would say that you are probably fine. The main reason for waiting is to lessen the chance of an allergic reaction. If you have a family history of milk allergy, it would probably be best to wait. Otherwise, go ahead and give him milk, but make sure it is whole milk.

Answer 5

When my son was 11 months old, I started mixing his formula with real milk, but only a little. That way you can make sure that your son can tolerate real milk. I continued to mix them until I ran out of formula, adding a little more milk each time. I did this until he was about 14 months, then gave him plain milk.

Answer 6

I think it would be fine!
23 days early is not going to hurt at all!
Also, the doc will have no idea at the check up if regular milk is ok for your son because its not something that can be determined until it is given!
Just keep an eye on him to ensure he doesn't have an allergic reaction to the milk ie)rash, vomiting
Also, be sure you are giving Homogonized Milk-3.25%, as it is crucial for development!
Good luck!

Answer 7

Technically you're sposed to wait for the 1 year well child check up, make sure there are no allergies, etc. My daughter at 4 months was demanding table food, refused baby food, and was off her bottle and on chocolate milk before the age of 1. (What a good girl - choosing the chocolate! :) ) My son was on formula till past the age of 1, didn't like baby food or big people food (except frozen GoGurt and fruit). Each kid is different. If he's had other dairy products (yogurt, ice cream, cheese) without a problem, I would guess ok... but waiting till his appointment if you can "just because" is ok too. Good luck, and have fun the rest of your life!

Answer 8

I wouldn't. As much as I would love to tell you that it would be okay because he turns one so soon, it would be in both of your best interests to wait until his one year check up to give him cow's milk. Then you can talk to your doctor about how to introduce cow's milk into his diet. This will be very helpful if there is a history of food allergies in your family. Ultimately, it's your decision but I would talk to your doctor first before introducing something like that in his diet.

Answer 9

They say the can start on real milk at 9 months. If you are worried start by mixing half formula and half milk and see how he does.
I guess it depends who you talk to I am in Canada and here they say 9 months.

Answer 10

My pediatrician had us start at 9 months old and baby girl is perfectly healthy and fine - no allergies yet. I would check with your Dr and make sure. Your Dr may have reasons for you to stay with formula - size, weight, etc.