Questions for FF Mom's Who Use Rice Cereal For AR...

amykins1283

We are maxing out DS' rice cereal (2 tbls per 4 oz) and now have to also stretch the time between each feeding in order for his stomach to empty properly before he eats again.  We are currently using Similac Advanced formula.

I have a few questions for those that are in a similar situation...

1.  What changes have you noticed in LO's bowel movements since you started the regimen?  More or less frequent?  Change in consistency?

2.  How long does LO typically go between feedings?

3.  If you have experienced constipation/gas issues is there a specific brand of formula that you have had success using?

Thanks!  I just want to be prepared for any changes that might happen so that we can address them promptly.  

lmpdjc

We use 1 tsp per 2 ozs of formula (Enfamil Gentlease).  His poops have gotte thicker with more grunting involved, but he isn't constipated and still goes every day.  We give him Mylicon drops with most feedings to help with the gas.  We go anywhere from 2-4 hours, usually right around 3 between feedings.

jwoods6056

lmpdjc:

We use 1 tsp per 2 ozs of formula (Enfamil Gentlease).  His poops have gotte thicker with more grunting involved, but he isn't constipated and still goes every day.  We give him Mylicon drops with most feedings to help with the gas.  We go anywhere from 2-4 hours, usually right around 3 between feedings.

This exactly!

g8trkim

I'm curious, since you ladies probably know more than me about rice cereal. Other than for AR, what's the point of it? I understand how it would help for that, but I was wondering why babies get it otherwise since it's not as vitamin rich as BM, formula, or fruits/veggies. It just seems like a filler. Just curious.

lmpdjc

g8trkim:

I'm curious, since you ladies probably know more than me about rice cereal. Other than for AR, what's the point of it? I understand how it would help for that, but I was wondering why babies get it otherwise since it's not as vitamin rich as BM, formula, or fruits/veggies. It just seems like a filler. Just curious.

At this age, AR is the only reason I can think of that it's beneficial.  I read that the reason they start it a a "first food" on a spoon is because it the most gentle on a LO's tummy.  There is no nutritional value, it just starts teaching them how to eat.  So says "What to Expect the First Year".

g8trkim

lmpdjc:

g8trkim:

I'm curious, since you ladies probably know more than me about rice cereal. Other than for AR, what's the point of it? I understand how it would help for that, but I was wondering why babies get it otherwise since it's not as vitamin rich as BM, formula, or fruits/veggies. It just seems like a filler. Just curious.

At this age, AR is the only reason I can think of that it's beneficial.  I read that the reason they start it a a "first food" on a spoon is because it the most gentle on a LO's tummy.  There is no nutritional value, it just starts teaching them how to eat.  So says "What to Expect the First Year".

Thanks. BTW, I know not to give it until at least 4 months but I was just thinking ahead.

I'll have to read up on these things at some point. I realize I have no clue about what to do when DS is ready to start foods.