Diet Guidelines: 0-12 Months

Diet Guidelines: 0 - 12 Months

Breast feeding with appropriate supplementation is the preferred method for feeding infants 0-12 months old (1). Iron-fortified formulas are recommended if the child is not breast fed or requires supplemental formula in addition to breast milk.

The American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Nutrition updated their recommendations concerning infant feeding practices during the second six months of life. The committee stated that breast feeding is the preferred method of feeding during the first year of life and that whole cow's milk may be introduced after six months of age if adequate supplementary feedings are given (1). When the infants are consuming one third of their calories from a balanced mixture of iron fortified cereals, vegetables, fruits and other foods providing adequate sources of both iron and Vitamin C it is considered adequate supplementary feeding.(1) Reduced fat content milk is not recommended during infancy.

Table. Amounts of Formula Typically Taken On A Self-Demanded Schedule