This is called possetting, regurgitation or reflux. Check that the hole in your baby's teat is not too big. Drinking milk too quickly can make your baby sick. Do not force them to take more milk than they want during a feed. This may be distressing for your baby and can lead to overfeeding. If it happens a lot, or your baby is violently sick, seems to be in pain or you're worried for any other reason, talk to your health visitor or GP.
Do not add extra formula powder. Using too much can make your baby constipated and may cause dehydration. If your baby is under 8 weeks old and has not done a poo for 2 to 3 days, talk to your midwife, health visitor or GP, particularly if your baby is gaining weight slowly.
If you think your baby might be allergic to or intolerant of formula, talk to your GP. If necessary, they can prescribe a special formula feed. Some formula is labelled as hypoallergenic, but this is not suitable for babies with a diagnosed cows' milk allergy.
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The Start4Life website also has more information and advice about expressing and bottle feeding. Page last reviewed: 14 April Next review due: 14 April Bottle feeding advice. Buying bottle feeding equipment You'll need several bottles, teats and a bottle brush, as well as sterilising equipment, such as a cold-water steriliser, microwave or steam steriliser. Making up bottles for your baby Make sure you sterilise bottles and teats until your baby is at least 12 months old.
How to bottle feed your baby Bottle feeding is a chance to feel close to your baby and get to know and bond with them. Always give your baby plenty of time to feed. Do not leave your baby alone Never leave your baby alone to feed with a propped-up bottle as they may choke on the milk.
If the teat gets blocked, replace it with another sterile teat. Be guided by your baby All babies are different. Whether you've decided to formula feed your baby from the start, are supplementing your breast milk with formula, or are switching from breast milk to formula, you're bound to have questions.
Here are answers to some common queries about formula feeding. It's generally recommended that babies be fed whenever they seem hungry, which is called demand feeding or feeding on demand. Most newborns who are formula-fed feed every 2 to 3 hours. As they get bigger and their tummies can hold more milk they usually eat every 3 to 4 hours. In this case, talk to your doctor about how often your baby should be fed.
Despite what you might think, crying is a late sign of hunger. You should give a feeding before your baby gets so hungry that he or she gets upset and becomes difficult to calm down. It's also important, however, to realize that every time your baby cries it is not necessarily because of hunger.
Sometimes babies just need to be cuddled or changed. Or they could be overstimulated, bored, or too hot or too cold. If your baby cries only an hour after a good feeding, there may be something else causing the distress. In the first few weeks, mix 2- to 3-ounce to milliliter bottles for your newborn. Gradually increase this amount as you become familiar with your baby's eating patterns and appetite. Silicone bottles are light, unbreakable, and easy for your baby to hold.
They're more expensive than plastic bottles, but they may be safer, because they're unlikely to leach chemicals into your baby's formula or milk. Silicone bottles are harder to find for now at least , which can be inconvenient if a part cracks or breaks and you need a quick replacement.
This silicone bottle was designed to closely mimic the feel of nursing from the breast, and has two anti-colic vents. It's soft for babies to hold and squeeze, and can safely go in the microwave, boiling water, dishwashers, and sanitizers.
It comes in packs of two either 5 ounces or 8 ounces. Plastic is light, shatterproof, and inexpensive, but many plastic products contain hormone-disrupting chemicals. Plastic bottles also deteriorate, so they need to be replaced regularly. The Avent brand is popular because its bottles don't have lots of parts to keep track of, are easy to clean, and are known not to leak. You can choose from glass or plastic versions. The soft, wide nipple appeals to babies who also breastfeed.
Stainless steel is light, unbreakable, and free of harmful chemicals. These bottles last forever, but like silicone bottles, they are more expensive and can be hard to find. We like the Pura Kiki's special features, which make their bottles user-friendly and adaptable. Stainless steel can hold heat, so there's a sleeve to keep your baby's hands safe. While the Kiki is the most expensive bottle on our list, you'll use it for years: As your baby grows, different tops allow you use it as a sippy cup, a bottle with straw, or a snack container.
Bottles with drop-in plastic inserts that you fill with formula or breast milk can be handy when you're on the go: just toss the liner and wash the nipple. Each insert can be used only once. The downside of bottles with disposable inserts is that you have to keep buying refills of the single-use plastic liners. But some parents say it's worth it to avoid washing as many bottles, especially when traveling. Playtex says the liners can be recycled at some grocery and retail stores.
And the liners, which collapse as your baby drinks, may prevent air from mixing with breast milk or formula. Traditional bottles are narrow and straight. They fit into most cup holders and bottle holders and may require a bottle brush for cleaning. Nuk's Simply Natural bottles are popular with parents because while they have just three pieces bottle, collar, and nipple , they have a powerful anti-colic effect thanks to the venting system built into the nipple. They're available in glass or plastic versions, and their wide mouth makes them easy to fill and clean.
Angled-neck bottles keep air from forming in the nipple, and may help your baby avoid gas, burping, and fussiness. But because of the angle, these bottles can be a little more work to clean. Made for babies to drink more easily while lying semi-upright, the VentAire may help babies who are prone to gas, spit-up, and colic.
These also have a bottom vent to prevent air from mixing with your baby's milk or formula. They come in plastic only. Wide-necked bottles allow for a wider nipple that's meant to feel more like a real breast and appeal to breastfed babies.
These bottles are usually easier to clean and fill, but often don't fit in cupholders. The Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature bottle, which comes in plastic or glass, has a lot going for it. The curvy shape is easy for babies to hold, and the soft silicone nipple gently flexes during feeding to mimic breastfeeding.
There's also an anti-colic valve in the nipple designed to keep air out. And with just three parts, this bottle is easy to clean and store. Some parents prefer bottles with handles, especially as their baby grows and is able to hold the bottle more independently.
Keep in mind that handles are an additional piece to clean and assemble. Many bottles, such as Philips Avent, Comotomo, and Dr. Brown's, have attachable handles you can buy separately. Just fasten the handle on and you're all set to hand the bottle off to your baby. Many bottles are marketed as preventing colic. These designs may have straw-like components that fit into the bottle to prevent your baby from ingesting gas-causing air bubbles, or they may have a venting system built into the nipple or bottom of the bottle.
When it comes to venting systems, Dr. Brown's has been leading the way for a long time, and we can see why. Although the extra parts can be a hassle to clean, the Dr. Brown's system is beloved by parents who know the struggles of colic, spit-up, and gas troubles.
Available in glass or plastic. Some babies have difficulty feeding due to a cleft lip or nontypical palate or facial structures. Valve-feeding systems help babies who struggle with suction by creating a one-way flow of milk.
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