For a one-month-old infant, which feeding guideline is correct?

For a one-month-old infant, which feeding guideline is correct?

• A. Breast milk or formula is the main food
• B. Solid foods should be introduced now
• C. Water should be given between feeds
• D. Cow’s milk is the main drink

Answer: (A)

At one month, the infant’s nutrition should come from breast milk or formula. Solids aren’t appropriate yet because the digestive system isn’t ready, and early solids can interfere with growth and digestion. Water between feeds isn’t needed and can reduce milk intake, risking inadequate nutrition. Cow’s milk isn’t suitable as the main drink before about a year because it doesn’t provide the right nutrient balance and can strain tiny kidneys. So the best guidance is to rely on breast milk or infant formula as the main food.

At one month, the infant’s nutrition should come from breast milk or formula. Solids aren’t appropriate yet because the digestive system isn’t ready, and early solids can interfere with growth and digestion. Water between feeds isn’t needed and can reduce milk intake, risking inadequate nutrition. Cow’s milk isn’t suitable as the main drink before about a year because it doesn’t provide the right nutrient balance and can strain tiny kidneys. So the best guidance is to rely on breast milk or infant formula as the main food.