Diet

HI,
In the first six months my baby was on exclusively breast feed. Now he doesnt take any milk.so his milk intake is almost zero.he doesnt take juices.only one or bites of fruits.thrice a day he takes cereals.we r vegeterians.
This is his complete diet in a day. I am very much worried about his this diet .also wanted to add milk in his diet.
Pls guide me what should i do, i will be very greatful to you.
Thanks.

[Renee Radenberg]

His weight is just below the 90th percentile for his age. Some children do not like the taste of regular milk, however, if chocolate flavor is mixed in it, the children mainly accepted it. Suggest other sources of Calcium which are in all dairy products: cheese, yogurt, pudding, and ice cream. Other sources are: Orange juice fortified with calcium, Tofu, Kale, Beans, Broccoli, and Eggs. It is important he drinks milk and to help increase calcium. As a guideline for an 17-24 month old child should eat the following: Dairy 4 feedings a day – Milk (4oz), cheese (½ oz), yogurt (½ cup), or cottage cheese (¼ cup). Starch 4 feedings a day – Cereal (¼ cup), pasta (¼ cup), rice (¼ cup), bread (½ slice), or crackers (2). Fruits & Vegetables 4 feedings a day – Fruits (including 100% juice limited to only 4-6ozs) & Vegetables (¼ cup). Protein source 2 feedings a day – Meat (sub) or fish (1oz), egg (1), or beans (¼ cup). He should eat 3 meals and have snacks between meals using the foods above to be spread out throughout the day. At 17 months old he can eat on his own regular food cut up small. Suggest you read up on vegetarian and combinations of starches / vegetables and beans / nuts (as allowed) for protein, calcium, and other nutrients. Good sources of information are the American Dietetic Association website, www.eatright.org and Vegetarian Resource Group website, www.vrg.org.  Hoped that helped you.