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Dd2 just turned 1 and the dietitian wants to switch her from breastmilk to a Pediasure type older kids formula. We have a milk donor who is willing to pump for the next 3 to 6 months for us.<br><br>
The dietitian stressed that fact that because dd2 isnt eating anything significant by mouth, the pediasure is essential for nutrients for older kids.<br><br>
Id rather keep her on BM for the time being. She gains about 1.5lbs a month and is in great health, 22.2lbs! <img alt="" class="inlineimg" src="http://www.mothering.com/discussions/images/smilies/orngtongue.gif" style="border:0px solid;" title="Stick Out Tongue"> We fortify the BM to 24cal for half the feedings.<br><br>
Any tube feeder or older kid formula people out there that can give me some experience on this? Shouldnt she be able to go a couple years EBM? If shes gaining well, does she need a 30cal formula?<br><br>
Thanks
The dietitian stressed that fact that because dd2 isnt eating anything significant by mouth, the pediasure is essential for nutrients for older kids.<br><br>
Id rather keep her on BM for the time being. She gains about 1.5lbs a month and is in great health, 22.2lbs! <img alt="" class="inlineimg" src="http://www.mothering.com/discussions/images/smilies/orngtongue.gif" style="border:0px solid;" title="Stick Out Tongue"> We fortify the BM to 24cal for half the feedings.<br><br>
Any tube feeder or older kid formula people out there that can give me some experience on this? Shouldnt she be able to go a couple years EBM? If shes gaining well, does she need a 30cal formula?<br><br>
Thanks