The later dietary requirements of test tube infants
IVF babies are babies born through in vitro fertilization technology, and their later diet plays a vital role in their healthy growth. The following will elaborate on the child's nutritional needs, food selection, diet arrangement and preparation before meals.
Children's nutritional needs
The nutritional requirements of IVF are similar to those of naturally conceived infants, but there may be some individual differences. Common nutrients include protein, carbohydrate, fat, vitamins and minerals. First of all, infants need enough protein to support their growth and development, and can choose milk powder or breast milk as the main source of protein. Secondly, carbohydrate is an important source of energy, which can be supplemented by rice flour, noodles and other foods. At the same time, fat is also very important for brain development and nutrition absorption. You can choose foods rich in healthy fat such as olive oil and fish oil. In addition, vitamin and mineral supplements are the key to ensure the normal operation of body organs, which can be met through a variety of fruits, vegetables and supplements.
To ensure adequate nutrition for infants, follow the advice of a doctor or professional dietitian. Appropriate diet according to the age, physical development and special needs of the baby.
Food selection
The food selection of IVF should be as healthy, fresh and organic as possible. First, milk powder is one of the most commonly used foods for IVF. When selecting milk powder, products suitable for the infant's age should be selected, and the formula should be formulated according to the doctor's recommendations. Secondly, vegetables and fruits are an indispensable part of the baby's diet. They are rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber, and help promote the digestion and immune system development of infants. In addition, grains and beans are also important sources of energy and protein. You can choose rice, millet, oats and other foods. Finally, protein such as fish and poultry can also be added to the baby's diet in an appropriate amount, but it is necessary to ensure the freshness of the ingredients and the hygiene of cooking.
Catering arrangement
The diet of IVF infants should be determined according to their age and growth. In the early stage, infants are mainly fed with milk powder or breast milk. They should be fed on demand without excessive supplementation of complementary foods. When the baby gradually enters the complementary food period, parents can introduce rice flour, fruit puree, vegetable puree and other foods according to the doctor's suggestions, and gradually increase the variety of cereals, meat and other foods. The diet should be divided into several times with moderate amount each time, so as to avoid the baby's overeating or indigestion. In addition, it is necessary to maintain the regularity of diet, and a fixed diet time will help to develop the baby's diet habits.
Preparation before meals
Before preparing food for IVF babies, the following points should be noted. First of all, ensure the freshness and hygiene of food materials, and avoid the infection of bacteria or parasites to infants. Secondly, fully wash vegetables and fruits before meals to ensure that pesticides and pollutants on their surfaces are minimized. In addition, attention should be paid to adding less salt and seasoning when processing food to prevent the baby's kidney and digestive system from being overloaded. Finally, the tableware before the baby meal should be thoroughly cleaned and sterilized to ensure sterility.
To sum up, the later dietary requirements of IVF include the child's nutritional requirements, food selection, diet arrangement and pre meal preparation. Reasonably meeting the nutritional needs of infants, choosing healthy food, scientifically arranging diet and preparing before meals can help IVF grow up healthily.
