To begin with, your baby needs to feed little and often and may need to feed every two hours. The amount of fluid a baby needs is generally calculated according to her weight. From birth, babies below 11lb (5kg) need 4–5fl oz (120–150ml) of formula milk per 2¼lb (1kg) of their weight over a 24 hour period. For example, if your baby weighs
6½lb (3kg), give her 16fl oz (450ml) over a 24 hour period. Older babies who are 11–22lb (5–10kg) need a minimum of 21fl oz (600ml) of formula milk a day and water can be introduced too. Give your baby milk as often as she requires it.Use this space to record your baby’s milk feeds as you settle her into a routine. Feeding every three hours is an average routine, but this is dependent on many factors, such as growth spurts and whether it’s breast or formula milk. Flexibility is key!
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Sunday, April 18, 2010
Feeding Baby : combining between breast and bottle
Many mothers do manage to successfully combine breast and bottle, and this is helpful for
women who return to work. Once breastfeeding is fully established, at around six weeks, you can
introduce the occasional bottle of formula milk so that your baby doesn’t reject the bottle when you wean her. For some mothers, however, giving formula can impact on their supply of breast milk.
You can of course express milk at work if there is a quiet, private place to do it. You will also need
access to a fridge, and a cool bag and ice packs to keep the milk cold until you travel home.
Expressed milk keeps for four hours at room temperature and eight days in the coldest part of
the fridge, and up to three months in the freezer. Store in a sterilized sealed container, marked with the date on which it was expressed.
women who return to work. Once breastfeeding is fully established, at around six weeks, you can
introduce the occasional bottle of formula milk so that your baby doesn’t reject the bottle when you wean her. For some mothers, however, giving formula can impact on their supply of breast milk.
You can of course express milk at work if there is a quiet, private place to do it. You will also need
access to a fridge, and a cool bag and ice packs to keep the milk cold until you travel home.
Expressed milk keeps for four hours at room temperature and eight days in the coldest part of
the fridge, and up to three months in the freezer. Store in a sterilized sealed container, marked with the date on which it was expressed.
Tips for baby milk
Milk creates an ideal breeding ground for bacteria, so it’s vital to keep bottles and teats
scrupulously clean and to sterilize them
Do not use softened water to make up your baby’s formula milk, as it is high in salt, which
is harmful for your baby’s kidneys
Do not give soy formula to babies under six months. It should only be given under the advice of
a dietitian or pediatrician
scrupulously clean and to sterilize them
Do not use softened water to make up your baby’s formula milk, as it is high in salt, which
is harmful for your baby’s kidneys
Do not give soy formula to babies under six months. It should only be given under the advice of
a dietitian or pediatrician
Breastfeeding Essentials
✱ Nursing bras These need to be firm enough to prevent your breasts from sagging, but not too tight. They should be cotton with wide straps and a front opening, allowing you to undo one side at a time using one hand.
✱ Breast pads You can buy disposable breast pads to absorb leaks. Don’t leave soggy breast pads for a prolonged period, because it can contribute to soreness and infection.
✱ Nursing pillow A horseshoe or v-shaped cushion is ideal for supporting your baby in a comfortable breastfeeding position.
✱ Breast pump A manual or electric pump may be easier than hand expressing. Store the milk in sterile containers in the fridge for up to 24 hours or freeze it.
✱ Breast pads You can buy disposable breast pads to absorb leaks. Don’t leave soggy breast pads for a prolonged period, because it can contribute to soreness and infection.
✱ Nursing pillow A horseshoe or v-shaped cushion is ideal for supporting your baby in a comfortable breastfeeding position.
✱ Breast pump A manual or electric pump may be easier than hand expressing. Store the milk in sterile containers in the fridge for up to 24 hours or freeze it.
Breastfeeding: one breast or two?
The milk you produce changes during a feed. The early part consists of foremilk, which is thin and white and is a thirst-quenching drink that is high in lactose (sugar), but low in fat. The latter part of the feed consists of hindmilk, which is thicker, creamier in color, and contains two to three times the fat, and one and a half times the protein. It is important to make sure your baby has completely emptied the first breast (including the hindmilk) before putting her on the second. It is
the small amount of hindmilk at the end of the feed that will help your baby go longer between
feeds. Some babies need about 30 minutes to empty the breast. If you gently squeeze your nipple
between your thumb and forefinger you will be able to check if there is any milk left in the breast.
the small amount of hindmilk at the end of the feed that will help your baby go longer between
feeds. Some babies need about 30 minutes to empty the breast. If you gently squeeze your nipple
between your thumb and forefinger you will be able to check if there is any milk left in the breast.
Breastfeeding: one breast or two?
The milk you produce changes during a feed. The early part consists of foremilk, which is thin and white and is a thirst-quenching drink that is high in lactose (sugar), but low in fat. The latter part of the feed consists of hindmilk, which is thicker, creamier in color, and contains two to three times the fat, and one and a half times the protein. It is important to make sure your baby has completely emptied the first breast (including the hindmilk) before putting her on the second. It is
the small amount of hindmilk at the end of the feed that will help your baby go longer between
feeds. Some babies need about 30 minutes to empty the breast. If you gently squeeze your nipple
between your thumb and forefinger you will be able to check if there is any milk left in the breast.
the small amount of hindmilk at the end of the feed that will help your baby go longer between
feeds. Some babies need about 30 minutes to empty the breast. If you gently squeeze your nipple
between your thumb and forefinger you will be able to check if there is any milk left in the breast.
How to begin breastfeeding
Feeds can take anything from 10 to 40 minutes, so find a comfortable, calm place to breastfeed. The more relaxed you are, the better it will be for your baby. Choose a chair with arms, which supports your back (you may need a cushion). Keep a glass of water nearby, since breastfeeding can make you feel thirsty. Your feet should reach the floor so that your knees and lap are level. Bring your baby to your breast, rather than leaning over.
Technique :
It is important that your baby opens her mouth wide and takes the nipple and a good proportion of the areola surrounding it into her mouth in order to stimulate your breast to produce milk. If your baby sucks just on your nipple, she will get frustrated as she won’t be able to get enough milk, and you may get sore, cracked nipples. I f it feels very uncomfortable, gently insert your little finger in your baby’s mouth between your breast and the corner of her mouth and start again.
Technique :
It is important that your baby opens her mouth wide and takes the nipple and a good proportion of the areola surrounding it into her mouth in order to stimulate your breast to produce milk. If your baby sucks just on your nipple, she will get frustrated as she won’t be able to get enough milk, and you may get sore, cracked nipples. I f it feels very uncomfortable, gently insert your little finger in your baby’s mouth between your breast and the corner of her mouth and start again.
Benefits of Breast Milk
Breast milk is the most natural food for your baby, so it’s worth breastfeeding even for a week, as your breasts produce colostrum for the first three or four days. This thick yellow fluid is high in antibodies, which help protect your baby against
infection before her immune system can start functioning properly. After two to four days, milk production is established and colostrum gradually changes into mature milk (see benefits, below).
Formula milk is made of modified cow’s milk and, however hard manufacturers try, they can never mimic human breast milk—it doesn’t contain the antibodies that breast milk has. However, if you are unable to breastfeed or are uncomfortable with it, you can still give your baby a good start with formula milk Breast milk is packed with antibodies and strengthens babies’ immune systems, which is particularly important for premature babies. It is rich in
omega-3 essential fatty acids, which are important for brain development, and contains prebiotics that help with the development of gut immunity. It is believed that breastfeeding for just one month has health benefits for the first 14 years of
your child’s life. Research has shown it protects babies from ear, chest, and gastrointestinal infections, asthma, childhood diabetes, eczema, and even
obesity. The composition of breast milk changes to meet all your baby’s needs; firstly quenching her thirst and then providing her with calories and nutrients.
infection before her immune system can start functioning properly. After two to four days, milk production is established and colostrum gradually changes into mature milk (see benefits, below).
Formula milk is made of modified cow’s milk and, however hard manufacturers try, they can never mimic human breast milk—it doesn’t contain the antibodies that breast milk has. However, if you are unable to breastfeed or are uncomfortable with it, you can still give your baby a good start with formula milk Breast milk is packed with antibodies and strengthens babies’ immune systems, which is particularly important for premature babies. It is rich in
omega-3 essential fatty acids, which are important for brain development, and contains prebiotics that help with the development of gut immunity. It is believed that breastfeeding for just one month has health benefits for the first 14 years of
your child’s life. Research has shown it protects babies from ear, chest, and gastrointestinal infections, asthma, childhood diabetes, eczema, and even
obesity. The composition of breast milk changes to meet all your baby’s needs; firstly quenching her thirst and then providing her with calories and nutrients.
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