How to feed a baby

For newborns, feeding is essential since they are in a time that they have to grow a lot and develop all their muscles and skills. Therefore, every 2-4 hours they are fed. There are some mothers who decide to do it through the breast milk and others through the bottle. This decision always has to be accompanied by the consent of the doctor as well as how often the baby has to be fed. Never make any decision without being previously consulted by the doctor. If you want to know more see the following article, how to feed a baby.

What should I give my baby to feed him

Newborns should be fed, whenever possible, with breast milk . Those mothers who can not breastfeed their child, should consult with the pediatrician which is the best alternative formula to feed the baby, that is, which commercial formula is the most appropriate in each case to prepare the bottle.

In order to be able to incorporate more foods into the babies' diet, the doctor's approval will also be necessary.

How to prevent problems with the teeth

So that the baby does not have problems with new teeth, follow the following recommendations:

Do not give the bottle by coining it with something because cavities can be created, including ear infections.
Always clean the baby's gums after every meal. Do it with a damp cloth and above all be clean.

Breast milk

Breast milk is good at natural temperature for up to five hours . If you have to save it for someone else to feed your baby then put it in the fridge. It can hold up to five days.

Breast milk is highly recommended to all newborn babies unless the doctor says otherwise. But those babies who are fed breast milk have to be given vitamin D in drops from two months after birth. Before giving vitamins D ask the doctor how many drops you have to give and if you need any other vitamin or protein.

Feeding with formula

If you have made some formula of milk powder and it takes more than two hours at room temperature, it is probably not in good condition and it is best to throw it away. If you prepare milk powder, you can keep it in the refrigerator for a whole day. On the other hand, the formula made with concentrated liquid can be in the refrigerator for 48 hours.

How to feed the baby

When you feed the baby, you always have to carry it otherwise it could choke, cause cavities or even cause an increased risk of ear infections. In addition to all this, if you carry it, you always create a more effective bond with the baby. It is important that you calm down before taking the baby and feeding her since you can transmit your nerves or stress. We recommend you check our article How should I charge my baby so you do not have any doubts.

Give solid foods

Solid foods can not be given to newborn babies. That is, you can only give her breast milk or milk powder . No cereals, purees, yogurt ... since they are not yet ready for it. Normally solid foods are given to babies when they are approximately 6 months old but never before asking your doctor.

How much you should eat

Babies are very smart and they tell you when they are hungry and when they are already full. They are fed between 8 and 12 times a day depending on each baby, of course. They do not always have the same hunger so do not be surprised if sometimes you eat more and sometimes less. When eating it causes them to relieve themselves and they usually do it between 6 and 8 times a day.

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