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Milky 101: Are you preparing your baby milk formula safely and correctly?
By Alpro Pharmacy
December 27, 2023
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💡 Good hygiene is very important when preparing a bottle of formula for your baby. A baby’s immune system is not as developed as an adult’s. This makes them more vulnerable to diseases and infections, especially diarrhea and vomiting.
Guide to preparing formula milk for babies:
Always put water in the bottle first. Remember to only use the amount of water listed on the baby formula package instructions.
Do you know?
- Must boil the water to at least 70°C to kill any harmful bacteria, you can let it cool between 40-60°C to feed the baby.
- Read carefully and follow the directions on the baby formula container. These steps will help you learn how to properly prepare and store your baby’s formula. Preparing your baby’s formula according to directions is important.
Parents must know!
- Shaking the bottle can do more than just add air bubbles and pressure, shaking gently left and right can reduce air bubbles in the bottle to prevent colic problems.
- Use baby formula prepared within 2 hours of preparation and within one hour after breastfeeding begins. If you do not start using the prepared baby formula within 2 hours, immediately store the bottle in the refrigerator and use within 24 hours.
🚨 Too much or too little can cause problems for the little one:
🚨 Never add extra formula powder because this can make your baby constipated or dehydrated.
😓 Too little powder may mean your baby doesn’t get the nourishment they need.
⭐ Extra tips to prepare bottled milk for baby:
✅ You shouldn’t add anything else to the bottle like sugar or cereals either.
✅ Never warm up formula in a microwave, as it may heat the feed unevenly and scald your baby’s mouth.
✅ You should make up each feed as your baby needs it because bacteria multiply very quickly at room temperature.
✅ Very young babies and babies with poorer immune systems, like premature babies, are more vulnerable to bacteria. It’s particularly important to follow these guidelines or consider using sterile ready-made liquid feeds if your baby was born prematurely.
💡 Parenting involves sleepless nights, stressful days, and many questions. We’re here to support you in your feeding journey and beyond. Walk to the nearest Alpro Pharmacy to get our expert’s assistance.
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