Glass or plastic bottle?

The child will show himself which one he likes the most....Points to pay attention to: Plastic bottles are lighter and won't break....but they don't last as long as glass bottles....In the past, parents used glass bottles because some plastic bottles contain a chemical called Bispherol A (BFA)....Nowadays, not all plastic bottles contain this chemical..

pacifier

Most pacifiers are made of silicone or rubber and come in different shapes..pacifiers have different flow rates based on the hole in the pacifier head..you have to try different types and see which one he likes and feeds more easily...check the pacifiers and make sure they are not torn or cracked..

wash bottles and pacifiers

Wash the bottle and pacifier with detergent and hot water by hand or washing machine... Since studies have shown that some chemicals are released from plastic at high temperatures, it is better to wash these bottles by hand... Obstetricians and gynecologists believe that there is no need to put the bottle in boiling water.

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Use breast milk and breast milk only

Feed the newborn only with breast milk or formula and avoid giving him water and fruit juice....mix it in the same amount as indicated on the formula label....adding too much water to formula will dilute it and reduce the amount of nutrients in it....this will reduce the salt level and possibly convulsions....low water also makes the stomach and kidneys heavy..

How to choose the right formula?

Most parents use milk powders that are made from cow's milk.... You can use plant milk and hypoallergenic milk powder.... Be sure to use iron-enriched milk powders.... You can use powdered, concentrated or ready milk.... After 6 months, a child should drink between 6 and 8 ounces of milk at each meal.

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Gram or room temperature

Using a cold or room temperature bottle is fine....but if your baby likes warm formula, put the bottle in warm water or run it under hot water for 1-2 minutes....you can also use a bottle warmer....don't use a microwave....this will cause hot spots on the bottle which may burn the baby's mouth....pour a drop of milk on your hand>

How to hug the baby?

Use a baby bib and have a cloth ready to wipe the milk around the baby's mouth....hold the baby with his head slightly higher than the rest of the body....hold the bottle and watch him feed....he will know when he is full by looking....after a while of feeding, burp him to reduce the amount of milk pumping.

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Hold the bottle tight

When you are tired, you may be tempted to lean on the bottle and let the baby feed on its own....but holding the bottle itself has many benefits....it creates a deep bond between you and is safer....leaving the baby increases the risk of suffocation and tooth decay and infection....Enjoy your breastfeeding time!

How do you know that he has eaten his milk?

Your baby will tell you when he doesn't want to eat anymore....he will stop sucking, turn his head to the other side, and if he is big enough, squeeze the bottle with his hand....give him a chance to change his mind, but don't force him to finish the bottle....if the baby poops more after a feed, you should feed him less from now on.

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How do you make him burp?

If the baby needs to burp during or after feeding, hold him on your knee or lean on your shoulder.... Pat him gently on his back... You can lay the baby on his stomach on your knees and gently pat him on the back... Have a cloth available to use if the baby burps.... Don't worry if the baby doesn't seem comfortable after burping...> Don't worry..

Force the baby to suckle less milk

If your baby is overfeeding, make him burp occasionally during feedings....don't put him to sleep or play with him for 45 minutes after feeding....after each meal, hold him up or sit in a chair and make him burp....he burps less milk when he sits up straight....If you're worried about your baby burping too much, talk to a professional Consult your child burping.>

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Should you change the milk formula?

If your baby is giving a lot of milk or is stuck, maybe the problem is with the formula....sometimes the allergy causes diarrhea, nausea or dry and red skin....If you notice these symptoms, talk to your baby's doctor....he will tell you if it needs to be changed....don't change your baby's formula before talking to the doctor.

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How long can milk be kept?

Put the rest of the milk in the bottle....you have up to 48 hours to use the opened milk packages....if you have used powdered milk, you can store the milk in the refrigerator for 24 hours....if the milk has been out of the refrigerator for more than 2 hours, pour it out....make as much milk as you need....don't make too much milk...if the breast milk is kept in the refrigerator, it can be used for up to 7 days....by placing the breast milk at a very low temperature in the freezer It can be used for 3 months or more.

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