How much milk should they be drinking?

The twins just turned 1. They probably drink 30 oz of whole milk a day! Kate is still hopelessly addicted to the bottle and she still wants 3-4 bottles a day. They both have pretty good appetites still, so should I really be concerned?

 

The twins just turned 1. They probably drink 30 oz of whole milk a day! Kate is still hopelessly addicted to the bottle and she still wants 3-4 bottles a day. They both have pretty good appetites still, so should I really be concerned?

 

I was told at one year they should be drinking 2 cups of milk (3 max) a day.

 

Too much cow's milk can lead to anemia. I'd ask the pedi about it for certain.

ETA: I had another thought as well -- maybe it's just thirst. I noticed with the dry, Winter air that mine have been drinking more water. Does she drink water also?

 

We are going to be making the switch next week and my pedi. said no more than 16 oz. of milk a day.

 

Yes, I think it's 16-20oz a day max. All that calcium can cause them to not asborb enough iron.

Michelle

 

Our ped said 16-24oz a day.

 

I don't know what in the world to do! Charlie will drink yogurt smoothies (hello, more dairy!) and that is about it. Kate will only drink milk. I have tried juice & water and neither of them really drink it. Ugghh. I have tried every sippy cup out there and they just aren't interested.....

 

I've heard of people with this issue being advised to dilute the milk with water. So, if you give 8 ounce bottles, you put 6 ounces of milk and 2 ounces of water in there.

 

I have been told by the pedi, 24oz/day of milk.

 

Yes, my pediatrician recommended 24oz. as well.