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  • Post category:Nutrition
  • Post published:April 27, 2015

Cows’ milk doesn’t contain enough iron and other nutrients to meet young babies’ needs, so shouldn’t be given until they are 12 months old.

Source: Drinks and cups for children | Pregnancy and baby @ NHS Choices

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