1. The appropriate time for newborns to drink milk powder
After birth, newborns need to gradually adapt to breast milk or milk powder feeding because their gastrointestinal tract functions have not yet fully developed. Under normal circumstances, it is recommended to feed a newborn with breast milk in the first few days after birth to help the baby defecate and improve immunity. If the mother cannot provide enough breast milk or is unable to breastfeed, she can use appropriate milk powder under the guidance of a doctor.
2. How to choose milk powder suitable for newborns
When choosing milk powder, you should choose different types of milk powder according to your baby\’s age and health. For babies aged 0-6 months, it is best to choose colostrum or partially hydrolyzed protein milk powder. These milk powders are rich in protein and nutrients and are easy to digest and absorb.
3. How to prepare milk powder correctly
When preparing milk powder, boiling water should be added according to the proportion marked on the package, and ensure that the water temperature does not exceed 70°C. After stirring evenly, you should wait until it cools to a suitable temperature before giving it to your baby. At the same time, you should avoid leaving leftover milk powder for the next use to avoid bacterial growth.
4. How to feed newborns correctly
When feeding a newborn, you should pay attention to the following points: first, keep clean and hygienic, wash your hands frequently and disinfect bottles and nipples; second, be sure to time and amount of feeding to avoid overeating or hunger; finally, when feeding a newborn, Keep your baby in a comfortable position when feeding, and burp your baby frequently to aid digestion.
To sum up, it is very important for newborns to choose suitable milk powder and feed them correctly. Parents should make selections and operations based on the doctor\’s advice and the baby\’s actual condition, and conduct regular health checkups to ensure the baby\’s healthy growth.
