Does feeding my baby yoghurt with his meal affect negatively the absorption of iron in the stomach? shall i keep feeding him for example kebbe w laban, kousa w laban?
You did not mention the age of your baby. It is well established that cow’s milk is not to be given to infants (ages zero to 12 months) because it imposes a load on the still not fully mature kidneys (due to the fact that it contains a lot of proteins and minerals). But cow's milk lacks the proper amounts of iron, vitamin C, and other nutrients that infants need. It may even lead to iron-deficiency anemia in some babies, since cow’s milk protein can cause irritation to the lining of the stomach and intestine, leading to loss of blood into the stools. Cow’s milk also does not contain the types of fat that are considered the best for growing babies. For these reasons, your baby should not receive any regular cow’s milk for the first twelve months of life, be it in the form of milk or dairy products like Laban and labneh.
Once your baby is above one year of age, you may start giving him whole cow’s milk, as long as you make sure he's getting a balanced diet of solid foods (cereals, vegetables, fruits, and meats). If your baby is not yet eating a broad range of solid foods, discuss with your pediatrician the best nutrition for him.
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