Tag: Protein needs for babies

While breastfeeding is universally recommended, many infants are fed formula for a variety of reasons. A key difference between human milk and commercial formulas is the protein content, with some formulas historically containing a higher amount of protein than is optimal for a baby's developing system. This has led to critical research and a shift in industry practices regarding protein levels in infant formula.

The protein content in human breast milk is remarkably dynamic and precisely tailored to a newborn's development. It ranges significantly depending on the stage of lactation, decreasing from approximately 1.4–1.6 g/100 mL in the initial days to a more stable 0.8–1.0 g/100 mL in mature milk.