1. How much milk powder is appropriate for a newborn to eat?
In the first few days after birth, the newborn\’s stomach is very small, and only a very small amount of milk powder can be digested and absorbed. Therefore, in the first few days, the amount of milk powder for each feeding should be within 10-20 ml. Later, as the stomach gradually grows, the amount of milk powder fed each time can also be gradually increased. Generally speaking, newborns need to drink milk powder 6-8 times a day, and the amount each time can start from 20 ml and gradually increase to about 120 ml.
2. How to judge whether the newborn is full?
Since newborns are not yet able to express their needs and feelings, parents need to observe their babies\’ behavior to determine whether they are full. Generally speaking, if your baby is not quiet, cries, or frequently opens their mouth to look for the nipple during feeding, it means they may not be full yet. And when your baby starts to become quiet, relaxed, or yawn, it means they are full.
3. How to choose milk powder suitable for newborns?
For babies of different ages, different types of milk powder need to be selected. For newborns, it is best to choose milk powder suitable for 0-6 months. In addition, when choosing milk powder, you also need to pay attention to whether its ingredients meet the standards, and it is best to choose products from big brands to ensure product quality and safety.
4. What issues should newborns pay attention to when drinking milk powder?
When feeding newborns, parents need to pay attention to the following issues:
1. Wash hands and disinfect bottles and accessories before feeding;
2. Keep the baby quiet and relaxed during the feeding process;
3. After feeding, burp the baby and hold the baby upright for a while to promote digestion;
4. If your baby develops vomiting, diarrhea and other abnormal symptoms, you should seek medical attention promptly.
To sum up, how much milk powder a newborn should eat needs to be determined based on the actual situation. Parents should carefully observe the baby\’s performance during the feeding process and strictly follow relevant feeding regulations and hygiene standards to ensure the healthy growth of the baby.
