Comments on: Ask the Expert – Choosing the Right Milk for Your Toddler http://www.littlestomaks.com/2009/12/ask-the-expert-choosing-the-right-milk-for-your-toddler/ Science Driven Real Life Toddler Nutrition Sun, 22 Jan 2012 17:18:00 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3 By: Cowgirlkat04 http://www.littlestomaks.com/2009/12/ask-the-expert-choosing-the-right-milk-for-your-toddler/#comment-4299 Cowgirlkat04 Wed, 25 May 2011 19:48:00 +0000 http://www.littlestomaks.com/?p=3403#comment-4299 I would also like to know how goat milk stacks up, my son has been on it since he was 6 months old, he is allergic to cow milk and didn't tollerate soy formula very well either. I would also like to know how goat milk stacks up, my son has been on it since he was 6 months old, he is allergic to cow milk and didn’t tollerate soy formula very well either.

]]> By: unhappybabies http://www.littlestomaks.com/2009/12/ask-the-expert-choosing-the-right-milk-for-your-toddler/#comment-4277 unhappybabies Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:30:00 +0000 http://www.littlestomaks.com/?p=3403#comment-4277 I'm surprised that goat's milk is not mentioned in this article. Is goat's milk fortified like soy and cow milks? How does goat's milk rate? I’m surprised that goat’s milk is not mentioned in this article. Is goat’s milk fortified like soy and cow milks? How does goat’s milk rate?

]]> By: TwinToddlersDad http://www.littlestomaks.com/2009/12/ask-the-expert-choosing-the-right-milk-for-your-toddler/#comment-2648 TwinToddlersDad Fri, 09 Jul 2010 17:26:08 +0000 http://www.littlestomaks.com/?p=3403#comment-2648 Hi Jenn<br>Milk allergy, or at least intolerance could be a real possibility although you can only be sure after testing. I do not have personal experience with cow milk alternatives such as soy milk, rice milk or nut milk like almond milk. Each has its own risks as explained by Jill in this article. You could try small quantities and watch for symptoms of allergy or other side effects.<br><br>How about solid foods? At 12 months, she should be on solids. If dairy is an issue, you could use a balanced diet of solids to provide for protein, fat, vitamins and minerals. <br><br>Good luck. Hi Jenn
Milk allergy, or at least intolerance could be a real possibility although you can only be sure after testing. I do not have personal experience with cow milk alternatives such as soy milk, rice milk or nut milk like almond milk. Each has its own risks as explained by Jill in this article. You could try small quantities and watch for symptoms of allergy or other side effects.

How about solid foods? At 12 months, she should be on solids. If dairy is an issue, you could use a balanced diet of solids to provide for protein, fat, vitamins and minerals.

Good luck.

]]> By: JennMomof3 http://www.littlestomaks.com/2009/12/ask-the-expert-choosing-the-right-milk-for-your-toddler/#comment-2647 JennMomof3 Fri, 09 Jul 2010 08:16:55 +0000 http://www.littlestomaks.com/?p=3403#comment-2647 I have a 12 month old who seems to be having some issues with transitioning to milk. She was on Similac Sensitive formula for her 1st year. When we tried to give her whole milk, she had very loose stool and vomitted. She also got a runny nose, cough, and ear infections that lasted for a month. So, we put her back on her formula for a couple of weeks and now have transitioned to whole milk lactaid. Now she is severely constipated, and again has the runny nose, cough, and ear infections. The pediatrician says she has a runny nose, cough and ear infections because she is in daycare. But, she was not sick except for one minor ear infection for the 1st 11 months of her life . . . and she was in daycare then also. I have a true milk allergy. My other two children are milk sensitive but can now tolerate small amounts of dairy (9 year old was on soy for the 1st 3 years of his life and our 5 year old was on Alumentum for 15 months and then lactaid). We were considering trying soy milk, but then were cautioned about estrogen in soy milk. I had never heard this and after some internet research I was a little concerned since our 9 year old does have ADHD. What about Almond milk? We are going on the assumption that she has a milk allergy since our pediatrician is just blowing all of this off as daycare related. I have a 12 month old who seems to be having some issues with transitioning to milk. She was on Similac Sensitive formula for her 1st year. When we tried to give her whole milk, she had very loose stool and vomitted. She also got a runny nose, cough, and ear infections that lasted for a month. So, we put her back on her formula for a couple of weeks and now have transitioned to whole milk lactaid. Now she is severely constipated, and again has the runny nose, cough, and ear infections. The pediatrician says she has a runny nose, cough and ear infections because she is in daycare. But, she was not sick except for one minor ear infection for the 1st 11 months of her life . . . and she was in daycare then also. I have a true milk allergy. My other two children are milk sensitive but can now tolerate small amounts of dairy (9 year old was on soy for the 1st 3 years of his life and our 5 year old was on Alumentum for 15 months and then lactaid). We were considering trying soy milk, but then were cautioned about estrogen in soy milk. I had never heard this and after some internet research I was a little concerned since our 9 year old does have ADHD. What about Almond milk? We are going on the assumption that she has a milk allergy since our pediatrician is just blowing all of this off as daycare related.

]]> By: Jill Castle http://www.littlestomaks.com/2009/12/ask-the-expert-choosing-the-right-milk-for-your-toddler/#comment-2645 Jill Castle Wed, 07 Jul 2010 17:14:43 +0000 http://www.littlestomaks.com/?p=3403#comment-2645 The appropriate milk for your young toddler will largely depend on how she is eating and progressing with solid foods. In general, alternate milks for this young age are lacking in fat, protein, and micronutrients such as calcium and Vitamin D. Trying alternate milks at this age can be nerve-wrecking because food intake can be so variable and unpredictable. However, children who eat a variety of foods and grow well may obtain their nutrients from complimentary foods and do fine with an alternate milk.<br><br>Soy milks have been used as an alternative to cow's milk for a long time, and the research about their harm in children is inconclusive. The American Academy of Pediatrics supports the use of soy milk formulas/soy milk in young children who are intolerant and/or allergic to cow's milk protein. Remember, the use of soy milk does not have to be a "forever"--you have the freedom to change milks in the future, and may choose to do so as your daughter gets older.<br><br>Since your toddler is still very young, and a former preemie, you might continue with her Neocate Junior, or consider use of a soy-based toddler formula (as long as she does not demonstrate intolerance/allergy to soy); either would be fine and would meet your daughter's nutritional needs. Consider these formulas an insurance policy whilst your daughter tries new foods and broadens her palate. Remember, adequate growth is the hallmark of good and adequate nutrition. And, you can always change her milk when you are confident that she is eating and growing well.<br>Jill Castle<br><a href="http://www.justtherightbyte.com" rel="nofollow">www.justtherightbyte.com</a> The appropriate milk for your young toddler will largely depend on how she is eating and progressing with solid foods. In general, alternate milks for this young age are lacking in fat, protein, and micronutrients such as calcium and Vitamin D. Trying alternate milks at this age can be nerve-wrecking because food intake can be so variable and unpredictable. However, children who eat a variety of foods and grow well may obtain their nutrients from complimentary foods and do fine with an alternate milk.

Soy milks have been used as an alternative to cow's milk for a long time, and the research about their harm in children is inconclusive. The American Academy of Pediatrics supports the use of soy milk formulas/soy milk in young children who are intolerant and/or allergic to cow's milk protein. Remember, the use of soy milk does not have to be a “forever”–you have the freedom to change milks in the future, and may choose to do so as your daughter gets older.

Since your toddler is still very young, and a former preemie, you might continue with her Neocate Junior, or consider use of a soy-based toddler formula (as long as she does not demonstrate intolerance/allergy to soy); either would be fine and would meet your daughter's nutritional needs. Consider these formulas an insurance policy whilst your daughter tries new foods and broadens her palate. Remember, adequate growth is the hallmark of good and adequate nutrition. And, you can always change her milk when you are confident that she is eating and growing well.
Jill Castle
http://www.justtherightbyte.com

]]> By: Refluxmom http://www.littlestomaks.com/2009/12/ask-the-expert-choosing-the-right-milk-for-your-toddler/#comment-2633 Refluxmom Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:44:36 +0000 http://www.littlestomaks.com/?p=3403#comment-2633 Hello! <br>It can be challenging to transition from infant formula to a toddler diet when your toddler has allergies. Infant formula provides a balance of nutrients. When you transition to a toddler diet, you need to find that balance in the foods your toddler eats and the beverages she consumes. You might need to consult your doctor to get advice on how to obtain the balance of nutrients, especially protein, vitamin D and calcium when you stop using infant formula. Sometimes you can use the other non dairy milks available such as soy milk or rice milk. Check and make sure these beverages have been fortified with the vitamins and nutrients found in milk. Some parents use a toddler formula-similar to an infant formula but made for the nutritional needs of a toddler over age 12 months. <br>I am not too familiar with the use of soy milk for toddlers. Maybe someone else will add to this discussion.<br>Jan Gambino<br>The Reflux Mom<br><a href="http://www.refluxmom.com" rel="nofollow">www.refluxmom.com</a> Hello!
It can be challenging to transition from infant formula to a toddler diet when your toddler has allergies. Infant formula provides a balance of nutrients. When you transition to a toddler diet, you need to find that balance in the foods your toddler eats and the beverages she consumes. You might need to consult your doctor to get advice on how to obtain the balance of nutrients, especially protein, vitamin D and calcium when you stop using infant formula. Sometimes you can use the other non dairy milks available such as soy milk or rice milk. Check and make sure these beverages have been fortified with the vitamins and nutrients found in milk. Some parents use a toddler formula-similar to an infant formula but made for the nutritional needs of a toddler over age 12 months.
I am not too familiar with the use of soy milk for toddlers. Maybe someone else will add to this discussion.
Jan Gambino
The Reflux Mom
http://www.refluxmom.com

]]> By: Reed2500 http://www.littlestomaks.com/2009/12/ask-the-expert-choosing-the-right-milk-for-your-toddler/#comment-2634 Reed2500 Sat, 03 Jul 2010 16:11:25 +0000 http://www.littlestomaks.com/?p=3403#comment-2634 Thank you - on top of it - last night she started refluxing so badly that the milk was coming out her nose once she fell asleep - her voice is so hoarse this last week - I knew she has reflux - she is on prevacid, but was nearly off it before we started leaving formula. Would using rice milk during the day and using a toddler formula for her minimum ounces work? She only drinks milk/formula and water - from a cup when not ready for a nap or bedtime - Thank you again. Thank you – on top of it – last night she started refluxing so badly that the milk was coming out her nose once she fell asleep – her voice is so hoarse this last week – I knew she has reflux – she is on prevacid, but was nearly off it before we started leaving formula. Would using rice milk during the day and using a toddler formula for her minimum ounces work? She only drinks milk/formula and water – from a cup when not ready for a nap or bedtime – Thank you again.

]]> By: Reed2500 http://www.littlestomaks.com/2009/12/ask-the-expert-choosing-the-right-milk-for-your-toddler/#comment-2630 Reed2500 Fri, 02 Jul 2010 23:01:10 +0000 http://www.littlestomaks.com/?p=3403#comment-2630 My daughter was 2 1/2 months premature and has reflux. She is allergic to milk protein and at 12 months we slowly and unsuccessfully transitioned in/out of whole milk and goat milk. Then to soy. But I have breast cancer in my family and now have read questions about so much soy milk in a young toddler and a possible link. Should I continue with formula? She was on Nutramigen or Neocate Jr, or another toddler formula for adequate nutritional needs for her age? ??? My daughter was 2 1/2 months premature and has reflux. She is allergic to milk protein and at 12 months we slowly and unsuccessfully transitioned in/out of whole milk and goat milk. Then to soy. But I have breast cancer in my family and now have read questions about so much soy milk in a young toddler and a possible link. Should I continue with formula? She was on Nutramigen or Neocate Jr, or another toddler formula for adequate nutritional needs for her age? ???

]]> By: Alina http://www.littlestomaks.com/2009/12/ask-the-expert-choosing-the-right-milk-for-your-toddler/#comment-1177 Alina Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:34:08 +0000 http://www.littlestomaks.com/?p=3403#comment-1177 Our daughter has a sensitivity to dairy so she drinks hemp milk. One thing we have done to increase the caloric content is mix in coconut oil/juice, olive oil or flax seed oil. So that is definitely an option with rice milk and hemp milk. Our daughter has a sensitivity to dairy so she drinks hemp milk. One thing we have done to increase the caloric content is mix in coconut oil/juice, olive oil or flax seed oil. So that is definitely an option with rice milk and hemp milk.

]]> By: Alina http://www.littlestomaks.com/2009/12/ask-the-expert-choosing-the-right-milk-for-your-toddler/#comment-3798 Alina Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:34:00 +0000 http://www.littlestomaks.com/?p=3403#comment-3798 Our daughter has a sensitivity to dairy so she drinks hemp milk. One thing we have done to increase the caloric content is mix in coconut oil/juice, olive oil or flax seed oil. So that is definitely an option with rice milk and hemp milk. Our daughter has a sensitivity to dairy so she drinks hemp milk. One thing we have done to increase the caloric content is mix in coconut oil/juice, olive oil or flax seed oil. So that is definitely an option with rice milk and hemp milk.

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