Small notes when preparing formula

In addition to making formula according to instructions and keeping the hygiene, mothers should "invest" time with them until their children enjoy all their drinks.

The appropriate amount of formula

From 5 days to 3 months of age, each day a healthy and full term baby will need about 150ml of formula per kg of body weight. For example, a 3 kg baby will need 450ml of formula per day.

From  3 - 6 months of age , every day, babies need about 120ml of formula per kg of body weight.

From 6-12 months old, each day babies need about 90 -120ml of milk / kg body weight.

Premature babies need to drink more milk. Initially, every day, babies usually need about 160-180ml of milk / kg body weight. However, you need the guidance of a qualified person before deciding what to do.

If you are concerned about how well your baby is eating and how well he or she is growing, advice from your doctor is essential.

Hygiene principles

To prevent inadvertently introducing harmful agents into the baby's body, you should pay attention to hygiene issues when preparing formula.

First of all, mother wash her hands thoroughly and make sure the area to prepare formula is clean.

Next, you need to definitely check the shelf life of the formula. Milk should only be used within a month of opening the can.

When preparing milk, mothers should follow the manufacturer's instructions. The correct indicators are important to ensure your baby is getting the full nutrition.

Boil clean water and use fresh water and do not let it cool for longer than 30 minutes before using it to stir formula. Hot water kills bacteria that may be present in milk powder.

Fill the bottle with the correct amount of boiling water. Next, use the measuring spoon that comes in the formula box to accurately measure the correct amount of powder each time. The measuring spoon of each formula may be larger or smaller than the products of other brands, but I never use a half spoon or a spoon of a pot, a spoon squeezed. You just need to scoop 1 spoonful of full milk, level it over. Then, pour the milk powder into the milk bottle that already contains water earlier, screw the cap, cover the outside, and shake gently to dissolve the mixture.

Mom needs to measure the correct amount of formula with a separate measuring spoon that manufacturers put in the milk box

Germs multiply easily in formula, so you should only prepare the milk right before giving it to your baby. Do not mix 2-3 bottles available. If you are going out during the day, it is safest to store boiling water to cool and divide the required amount of formula in the dispenser. When needed, make a new mixture of milk.

Once the carton has been used up, you must throw it away with the measuring spoon included in the carton.

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Warm baby milk

Mom should note never warm bottles in the microwave. The oven heats the milk unevenly, which can create portions of milk that are too hot to burn.

You can warm a bottle by soaking it in a basin of hot water for about 10 minutes. Also, before giving your baby a drink, you should check the temperature of the milk by dripping a little on the inside of your wrist. If it is too hot, you can cool the bottle by leaving it under cool running water or immersing it in a small basin of cool water. Be sure to check the heat on your wrist before giving it to your baby.

Change the type of milk

Every time you switch to a new type of milk, you need to carefully re-read the instructions if you change the type of formula you are using, to make sure you measure the right amount of water and specific dosage for that milk.

Never reuse excess milk

Mothers should remember, use a brand new bottle of milk each time and throw away excess milk when the baby does not finish. Never store excess milk in a bottle for later reuse, this will affect your baby's health as it may be contaminated.

Do not mix other foods

Do not add other foods, such as cereals to a bottle ... If you think your baby needs more food than recommended, seek advice from a professional.

Enjoy with your child

Meals are a time when people spend time together and spend time together. Like adults, children and even babies love to talk while they are being "eaten". When the mother gives the baby formula, hold the baby close, let the baby see your face and whisper loudly to the baby. This will be a very interesting experience for both mother and child.

Then, you need to put the bottle away as soon as your baby has had enough. Absolutely do not let your baby bottle by himself and leave for the baby to manage. This is very dangerous because the baby can choke. In the long term, your baby is also at risk for otitis media and tooth decay.