He Hates Milk!

My little one does not like milk.  It’s the funniest thing.   He received breast milk/formula but when it was time to transition to whole cows milk he was like...Nah I’m good!


Personally I blame his grandparents for feeding him ice cream at an early age 😂🤣😂


I have tried everything from strawberry syrup, chocolate syrup, Karo syrup, sugar, cereal left in the milk overnight.   Nothing worked to get him to drink straight milk.  It was suggested that I try almond milk, soy milk, etc however my hypocrisy only goes so far.  


So what do I do to get my little one the calcium  he needs.  

1. Cereal:  Of course while he hates milk he loves cereal so I encourage him to eat cereal often no matter what time of day
2. Cheese:  I’m not worried about his coronary arteries at such a young age.  I am worried about his growth and development and he loves cheese like his momma. 
3. Yogurt:  I keep it on hand in the on-the-go packs.  Strawberry is his favorite flavor.  Peach will do in a pinch.
4. Calcium rich vegetables/foods:  While like most toddlers it’s hard to get vegetables into him when I do I focus on those rich in calcium: broccoli, collard greens, spinach,  sweet potato, butter but squash, brussels sprout, etc.
5. Ice Cream:  This child of mine has a big sweet tooth.  I blame that on his grandparents 🧓🏽👨🏾‍🦳.  So I’m liberal in allowing ice cream in the house.

So while he may not drink milk in the traditional sense it’s my job to disguise the calcium he needs in other forms.