Milk Alternative questions

littlemommy1

I've never been a huge milk drinker, until I was pregnant with DS. I am still BF'ing strong, and DS has had no cow's milk except for in cooked things.

Question 1: If, when he decides to wean, I don't want to sub cow's milk, what would be the healthiest alternative? I like Almond Milk, DH hates it. I think he'll stick with the cow. I would like to switch.

Question 2: When baking, or making an alfredo sauce, do you use your choice of milk alternative? Does it affect the taste or texture?

Question 3: Do I need to ask pedi before I do this? DS is on the smaller end of the scale, and I don't want him to miss out on good fats and nutrients.

 

BFab11

Why do you not want him to have cow's milk?  None of the alternatives come close in vitamins and good fats; if you want to skip cow's milk you should keep BFing.  

I sometimes use replacement milks in recipes, but they're expensive and I don't use them enough so they go to waste.  I usually just use water instead. 

littlemommy1

I do plan on breastfeeding until 2. DS won't drink BM from a bottle or sippy cup, but will drink water. I guess I just want to have an alternative to go to if he decides to wean sooner than 2. 

I want to make the switch from cow's milk to an alternative. There is no need for me to drink milk since I get vitamins from other sources.