Is it recommended to keep the baby on a formula for longer and delay introduction of cow's milk if there is known history of lactose intolerance in the family?

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Lactose intolerance is very rare in newborns and usually develops only in teen years. Formulas also contain lactose as they are usually made of cows milk so keeping a child on formula vs whole cows milk will not help with lactose intolerance if your kid has it. I'd first try regular cows milk and observe symptoms - diahorrea or constipation, throwing up, gassiness or fussiness. If your child does demonstrate these, try lactose free formula or soy milk.

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