How much milk does a 2-year-old baby need in a day

As the baby continues to grow, the amount of milk he needs will also be different, but the overall trend is definitely increasing. Since many mothers are first-time mothers, they lack common sense about feeding children and don’t even know how much milk their children need when they are two years old. So, how much milk does a 2-year-old baby need in a day? Let’s take a closer look at this aspect.

Babies aged 1 to 3 years old need a total of 7 mg of iron per day, which can be obtained through red meat and vegetables in the diet. At the same time, babies should be given some fruits containing vitamin C to help absorb the iron in the vegetables.

Recommendations for iron supplementation for Chinese babies at different ages

1 to 3 years old: The total iron requirement for babies is 12 mg per day, mainly through diet. Our recommended amounts are higher than those of the American Academy of Pediatrics due to differences in dietary habits. China's dietary habits are mainly based on plant-based foods, while the United States' dietary habits are mainly based on animal-based foods. Plant-based foods, such as rice, pasta, and vegetables, have lower iron content than animal-based foods such as meat. Therefore, it is recommended that Chinese babies increase their intake of high-iron foods after one year old.

The above is an introduction to how much milk a 2-year-old baby should consume in a day. I hope it will be helpful to everyone’s understanding. The amount of milk for a two-year-old child is not fixed. It should be determined based on the child’s usual level of activity. However, in addition to feeding with milk powder, it is best to feed children at this stage with some complementary foods, which can improve the child's digestive ability and provide more nutrition.