Feeding

Hi my 9 1/2 month was eating real good 28 oz of formula and 3 meals a day and snacks in between but the past couple days he's not eating much about 20 oz of formula and couple bites at meals can his decrease be caused by teething? And should I be giving him bottles b4 or after a feeding and how many oz should he be getting at his age

[Renee Radenberg]

When infants are teething or not feeling well usually their appetites decrease. As a guideline for a 9-12 month old child should eat the following: Dairy 3-4 feedings a day – Milk (6-8oz), cheese (½ oz), yogurt (½ cup). Starch 2 feedings a day – Infant Cereal (2-4 Tbsp), pasta (3-4 Tbsp), bread (½ slice), or crackers (2). Fruits & Vegetables 2-3 feedings a day – Fruits (3-4 Tbsp- including 100% juice limited to only 3ozs) & Vegetables (3-4 Tbsp). Protein source 2 feedings a day – Meat (3-4 Tbsp), 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. Hoped this helped you.