1. Preparation
2. How to choose milk powder
3. How to prepare milk powder
4. Things to note
5. Frequently Asked Questions
6. How to store milk powder
1. Preparation
Before preparing infant milk powder, we need to make the following preparations:
1. Wash your hands: Washing your hands is very important, because the bacteria on your hands will affect your baby\’s health.
2. Prepare clean bottles and pacifiers: It is recommended to use new bottles and pacifiers, and scald them with boiling water before use.
3. Prepare boiling water: The boiling water needs to be boiled and left for a period of time, and then cooled to about 40-50°C before use.
4. Open the milk powder can: After opening the milk powder can, remove the inner cover and wipe the spoon clean.
2. How to choose milk powder
It is very important to choose the milk powder that suits your baby. The following are things you need to pay attention to during the purchase process:
1. Choose formulas for different stages according to the age of the baby: usually divided into three stages: 0-6 months, 6-12 months and over 12 months.
2. Look at the ingredient list: There should be whey protein, glucose syrup, vegetable oil, etc. on the ingredient list.
3. Pay attention to the brand: Choose regular brands of milk powder and avoid buying fake and shoddy products.
4. Pay attention to the packaging: the packaging should be intact and not expired or expired in the near future.
3. How to prepare milk powder
1. According to the formula on the milk powder package, put boiling water into a clean bottle. Note that the temperature of the boiling water is between 40-50°C.
2. Pour the appropriate amount of milk powder according to the proportion, usually one spoon corresponds to 50ml of water.
3. Cover the nipple and shake evenly until the milk powder is completely dissolved.
4. Test the temperature: Put one or two drops on the back of your hand to test whether the temperature is suitable. If it feels too hot, you can wait a while before giving it to your baby.
4. Things to note
1. Brew fresh milk powder every time: do not use expired or already brewed milk powder.
2. The spoon should be clean: The spoon needs to be wiped clean and kept dry.
3. Boiling water temperature: The boiling water temperature should not be too high or too low. It is recommended to be between 40-50℃.
4. Do not add sugar or salt: Do not add sugar or salt to your baby, as these will affect your baby\’s health.
5. Pay attention to how to store milk powder: Milk powder needs to be stored in a dry, cool place and try to avoid direct sunlight.
5. Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why does milk powder come out foamy?
This is because the shaking during the brewing process will produceOxygen is generated, causing foam to appear on the surface of the milk powder. You can wait for a while for the bubbles to disappear naturally.
2. What should I do if the milk powder that comes out has a strange smell?
If the milk powder has a peculiar smell, you can try changing the brand or batch. If there is still an odor, it is recommended to stop using it and consult a doctor.
3. What should I do if my baby likes to drink iced milk?
It is not recommended to give your baby iced milk because it can easily cause diarrhea and other problems. If you really need to cool down, you can cool down the boiling water before brewing.
6. How to store milk powder
1. It needs to be consumed promptly after opening: The milk powder after opening needs to be consumed as soon as possible to avoid moisture or deterioration.
2. Store in a dry and cool place: Unopened milk powder needs to be stored in a dry, cool place and avoid direct sunlight.
3. Do not use old milk powder: Expired milk powder or milk powder stored for too long will affect the health of the baby and is not recommended.
