Moms know that breast is best for babies. But for a number of reasons, some new moms don’t breastfeed, or stop breastfeeding within six months after giving birth. That’s where formula comes in as a bridge between breast milk and cow’s milk. Whether you bottle-feed from day one or months later, follow this advice from moms and experts and feel good about formula. Bond with the … [Read more...] about Bottle-feeding: Everything you need to know now
Formula and Feeding
Formula tips for a happy baby
Formula Feeding 101 Keeping your baby nourished and full with formula takes more than sticking the bottle in her mouth. Some tips: MIX AND WAIT. Let powdered formula sit for a minute after mixing. That way, you allow gas bubbles to break up, minimizing the amount of air in baby’s belly. GET IN POSITION. To make sure your baby is getting mostly milk and not air, angle the … [Read more...] about Formula tips for a happy baby
Frequently asked questions about Formula
We hear a lot about formula, good and bad. Here are some questions you may be asking as you consider formula as a supplement or eventual substitute for breast milk. I’ve read that formula-fed babies are more at risk for obesity. Is that true? That depends on whom you ask. “There’s a possible link between breast milk protecting against obesity,” Shu says. But other … [Read more...] about Frequently asked questions about Formula