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More Tips For Bottle Feeding
Water
It is best to use recently boiled water that has been allowed to cool
until it is lukewarm to make up feeds. Water that has been boiled several
times, filtered or softened is not advised.
If you wish to use bottled water you should check with a health visitor
or pharmacist as some brands are unsuitable for infants. This water
also needs to be boiled first.
Mixing
Always ensure you are mixing the milk correctly. The water should always
be measured and added to the bottle first. Use the scoop provided to
measure powder and don't compress powder as too much will make the milk
too concentrated. Cap the bottle and shake until powder is fully dissolved.
Never include anything else in the feed.
Storing
Milk should be stored in the fridge immediately after preparation. Do
not use milk that has been stored for more than 24 hours.
Temperature
Milk should be tested on the back of the hand or wrist. It should
feel slightly warm. If a bottle has come straight from the fridge it
can be warmed by standing it in hot water.
Microwaves should not be used to warm milk as they often heat unevenly
and hot spots in the milk can scald the baby.
Bottle Feeding Technique
It is important to hold a baby close while feeding (as if you were breastfeeding)
as this will forge an important bond. Make sure you are comfortable
and relaxed. Keep the bottle tilted and ensure the teat is always full,
to prevent the baby taking in air.
As with breastfeeding, the baby should be fed on demand. For some this
will be every three to four hours while others may thrive on smaller,
but more regular feeds.
Don't be tempted to offer more milk if the baby seems to have had enough:
they may be full up or want a rest before resuming feeding.
Read More:
Breastfeeding
Formula feeds
Bottle feeding
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