1. Reasons why babies don’t take bottles
2. How to help your baby adapt to the bottle
3. How to choose a suitable bottle for your baby
4. How to correctly use a bottle to feed your baby
5. What to do when the baby still doesn’t take the bottle
1. Reasons why babies don’t take bottles
Many novice parents will encounter this problem. They have prepared a bottle, but their child is unwilling to take it. At this time, we need to first understand why the child is in this situation. Common reasons include: nipple confusion, habit of breastfeeding, aversion to the taste of milk powder, etc.
2. How to help your baby adapt to the bottle
If the child is already accustomed to breastfeeding, we can first try to use a breast milk pump to express the breast milk and put it in a bottle, so that the child can gradually accept the bottle. You can also let the father or others feed the child so that the child can gradually adapt to different people and environments.
3. How to choose a suitable bottle for your baby
It is also important to choose a bottle that is suitable for your baby. Generally speaking, newborns are suitable for using bottles from 0 to 3 months old, while babies over 3 months old can use bottles from 3 to 6 months or older. In addition, you also need to pay attention to whether the material and flow rate of the bottle are suitable for the child.
4. How to correctly use a bottle to feed your baby
It is also critical to use the bottle correctly. First of all, pay attention to cleanliness and sterilize the bottle before each feeding. Secondly, we must master the feeding posture so that the child can eat enough nutrition comfortably.
5. What to do when the baby still doesn’t take the bottle
If the child is still unwilling to take the bottle after many attempts, we need to consult a doctor or professional for help in time. They will give corresponding suggestions and solutions based on the child\’s situation.
In short, when the baby does not take the bottle, we need to be patient and try different methods, and pay attention to choosing a bottle that is suitable for the child and using it correctly. If the problem persists, seek professional help promptly.
