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Guardian of a 4 yr 6 m old boy4 years ago

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My family wants to feed formula milk to my 1 month old baby so that he looks chubby.I m breastfeeding him.Does formula milk makes baby chubby.

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ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist4 years ago

A. Dear parent, formula milk contains sugar and so is not a healthy way to gain weight. For healthy weight gain, you should exclusively breastfeed your baby till 6 months complete. Breast milk is safe, most nutritious and complete food for baby. You should avoid giving formula.

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