I am beginning to think that DS just isn't satisfied anymore with just a bottle. I know that the pedi recommended starting cereal at 4 months, but did mention that if we thought we wanted to start it earlier, to give them a call. I keep telling myself that 4 months is only a few weeks away and we could wait, but it just seems like he should be able to go longer between feedings (sometimes it is 2 hours, sometimes 3). I've tried upping how many ounces he gets, but that doesn't seem to matter.
So I was wondering if anyone else decided to start cereal a little earlier? I definitely don't want to rush things, but I want him to feel satisfied and go longer between NIGHT feedings (am I asking for to much??)
Re: Moms: Starting cereal ?
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Medically, I wouldn't recommend starting cereal till at least 4 [if not 6] months. The gut isn't "sealed" till some time in that range, which means a higher risk of reactions and allergies.
Also, cereal isn't as nutritionally dense as formula, so while you might fill the tummy, you're not giving as much nutrient-wise w/ cereal.
The results are *very* mixed as far as solids and STTN. It's much more dependent on the child than what you're feeding him.
Melany--
How did you know that Evan wasn't ready?