Like many moms, I vowed to exclusively breastfeed for six months. Spoiler alert: I didn’t make it! By month five, my milk supply couldn’t keep up with her growing appetite, especially during those dreaded cluster feeds. So, I reluctantly entered the world of baby formula, hoping for a quick and easy solution. Turns out, finding […]
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As your baby grows, their feeding needs will evolve. One important aspect of bottle feeding that often comes up for new parents is knowing when to switch to a higher flow nipple. Understanding this transition can help ensure your baby is feeding efficiently and comfortably. Here are some key indicators and tips to guide you
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Personal Story When I first started pumping, I had no idea how to handle breast milk. The 5/5/5 rule was a lifesaver and made everything so much easier to remember. Here’s what worked for me: For formula, I found it best to store it using the 1/1 rule: 1 hour at room temperature and 1
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Personal Story Introducing the bottle was such a relief! Someone else could help taking over the feeding task! When I started bottle feeding, I followed the recommendation to wait until my baby was at least four weeks old. On my registry, I had included large 8oz bottles with level 1 flow nipples. However, I soon
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The article below addresses actively breastfeeding moms. Introducing bottle feeding while you are actively breastfeeding can be a crucial step in your baby’s feeding journey. Whether you plan to return to work, share feeding duties with a partner, or simply want some flexibility, knowing when and how to start bottle feeding is important. Here’s a
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I decided not to buy a milk warmer. I didn’t want to wake up several times in the middle of the night to warm up milk while my baby was screaming. So, I started giving her cold milk, and to my surprise, she didn’t mind at all. This decision saved us a lot of headaches
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