Hi everyone,
My baby is currently 11 months old and I am starting to think about transitioning her from breast milk to cow's milk or an alternative milk option. I am feeling a bit overwhelmed and unsure of the best way to go about it. I would love to hear any tips or advice from parents who have gone through this process before. How did you introduce cow's milk or alternative milk? Did you mix it with breast milk or formula at first? Any advice on what milk options worked best for your baby? Thank you in advance for any insight you can provide!

Hi,
I totally understand the concern of transitioning a baby from breast milk/formula to cow's milk or other alternative milk options. My daughter refused to drink cow's milk and even the taste of soy milk for the first few tries was not appealing to her.
So, I searched for a milk option that would be both healthy and appealing to her. Finally, we landed on oat milk which is high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It also has a mild, sweet taste that is appealing to babies. We started with a small amount mixed with formula and eventually transitioned her to pure oat milk.
It is important to note that oat milk is higher in sugar than almond or cow's milk, so it's important to monitor the amount given to babies. Also, make sure to choose unsweetened or low-sugar options and check labels for additives.
It can be a bit of work to find the type of milk that works for a particular baby, but with patience and a little bit of trial and error, you can find the most suitable one. Wishing you the best of luck!