Background introduction
A three-month-old baby needs to drink milk frequently. For mothers, feeding the baby is an important thing. However, if the baby does not take the bottle, the mother will be very troubled. Therefore, it is particularly important to coax your baby to drink milk correctly.
Reasons for babies not taking bottles
First of all, the reason why the baby does not take the bottle may be because the size of the bottle is not suitable, or the nipple is too hard and makes the baby uncomfortable. Secondly, if the baby\’s sucking action is incorrect or the nipple is clogged, the baby will not be able to eat. There are also some babies who cannot adapt to the nipple of the bottle after sucking the nipple well. In addition, some babies may not be interested in milk from a bottle because breast milk is more suitable for babies in terms of taste and temperature.
The correct way to coax your baby to drink milk
1. It may take some time for the baby to adapt to the bottle. You can gradually guide the baby to accept the bottle. Start by placing your breast-soft nipple on the bottle and let your baby get used to the feel of the bottle. After that, gradually drip a small amount of milk powder into the bottle and see if the baby can eat it. If the baby refuses, it means that the baby may not have adapted to the bottle and needs to try a few more times.
2. You can try to let your baby suck his thumb, so that he can get used to the feeling of the hard nipple and be ready for drinking from the bottle. While the baby is sucking his thumb, slowly bring the bottle closer to the baby\’s mouth. When the baby gets used to the bottle nipple, you can gradually increase the speed of milk flow and let the baby eat slowly.
3. Mothers can also try to hold the baby to calm them down. For babies, mother\’s hug and comfort are very important. Mother can let the baby lie on his back in the mother\’s arms to make the baby feel safe and relaxed. This way, your baby can drink milk more happily.
How to prevent your baby from taking the bottle
First of all, it is very important to buy the correct size bottle and nipple. Some babies refuse to nurse because the bottle and nipple do not fit well and they feel uncomfortable when drinking milk. Secondly, ensure the hygiene of bottles and nipples. Baby bottles should be cleaned and disinfected in time before and after use. Finally, pay attention to your baby\’s physical condition and feeding time. When your baby has a fever or an upset stomach, he may be less interested in drinking milk. In addition, the feeding time is also very important, and the baby needs to be fed regularly.
Summary
If your baby won\’t take the bottle, don\’t be disappointed and anxious. Gradually guide the baby to adapt to the bottle and prevent the baby from not taking the bottle. Methods include correctly selecting the bottle and pacifier, sterilizing the bottle, and paying attention to the baby\’s physical condition and feeding time. I believe that in actual operation, the above methods can effectively help babies establish correct milk-drinking habits.
