Is it good for premature infants to drink goat's milk?
Disease description:
My child was born at 31 weeks, and I don't have breast milk. I'm considering giving him goat milk. Is goat milk suitable for premature infants?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xie Zixing
It may not be advisable for premature infants to consume goat's milk. Due to the underdeveloped state of their organs, premature babies are more susceptible to infections, inflammation, and other illnesses. After birth, it is best to feed them breast milk, which contains rich nutrients that can help boost their immunity. In contrast, goat's milk is typically deficient in folic acid, which can easily lead to anemia in premature infants.
