How often is it appropriate to feed newborn milk powder?
One of the common problems encountered by novice parents is: "How often should I feed my baby milk powder when he is born?"Don't worry, this will reveal the secret for everyone.
In general, newborns need to drink formula 6-8 times a day, on average every 3-4 hours. But this frequency is not set in stone, as every baby's needs are different. Some babies may be hungry faster, while others may digest more slowly. Therefore, the most important thing is to feed on demand and pay attention to your baby's needs.
1. How to tell if the baby is hungry?
The baby's crying is the most direct signal, but in addition to crying, there are some small actions that can also reveal the baby's hunger. For example, he will put his little hand in his mouth or suck his fist, which is what he means to say, "I'm hungry." Parents should observe carefully, and slowly form a tacit understanding with the baby.
2. What should I pay attention to when feeding?
Posture should be right:Whether you're holding your baby or letting your baby lie down, make sure your baby's head and body are in a straight line so they swallow more smoothly.
Milk powder should be in moderation:Don't give your baby too much milk powder at one time, one is easy to waste, and the other is that the baby's stomach capacity is limited, and it is easy to cause discomfort if you can't drink it all.
The temperature should be right: The temperature of the milk powder should not be too high or too low, and it is best to control it in a range close to the temperature of the human body, so that the baby is most comfortable to drink.
3. What should I do after feeding?
After feeding, remember to give your baby a gentle pat on the back to help him expel the air that may be carried into his stomach when swallowing, which can reduce spitting up and bloating. Then you can let your baby lie on his side for a while, which will be easier for digestion.
4. Other matters that need attention
Don't change the brand of milk powder frequently: The baby's stomach is very delicate, it takes time to adapt to a milk powder, and frequent replacement is easy to cause gastrointestinal discomfort.
Pay attention to the cleanliness of bottles and teats: Feeding bottles and nipples must be cleaned and disinfected regularly to ensure cleanliness and hygiene to avoid bacterial breeding.
Pay attention to your baby's reaction: If the baby continues to cry, bloating, diarrhea and other conditions after drinking milk powder, it may be that he is not suitable for this milk powder and needs to consult a doctor in time.
The above are some tips and precautions about how often newborns should be fed milk powder. Do new parents find it helpful?Of course, every baby is unique, and their needs and responses are different. Therefore, the most important thing is that parents should use love and patience to slowly understand and adapt to the rhythm and needs of their little ones
Finally, everyone is welcome to share their feeding experience and experience in the comment area, let's learn Xi progress together and become a better parent!