Newborn Baby's 41st Week: to introduce cow's milk

At 11 months, your child is showing plenty of signs of leaving childhood behind and becoming a more independent toddler. This week your baby waiting to introduce cow's milk until a baby is 41 weeks old. There are several reasons to interval the introduction of cow's milk until your baby reaches his first birthday. Most important, breast milk offers the best nutrition for your baby, which is why doctors recommend moms nurse as long as they can. Also, a baby's digestive system sometimes doesn't absorb cow's milk proteins very well. Cow's milk has too much sodium, potassium, and chloride, which can tax your baby's kidneys, as well.

Cow’s milk doesn't have all the vitamins and minerals (especially vitamin E, zinc, and iron) that he needs for growth and development in his/her first year. Giving a baby cow's milk could even cause iron deficiency and internal bleeding. A great source of calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin A, milk will build your toddler's bones and teeth and help his/her body regulate his/her blood coagulation and muscle control . Almost all milk is fortified with vitamin D, which helps the body absorb the calcium it needs.