BOTTLEFEEDING QUESTIONS

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Definition

• This guideline covers common questions asked about formula and bottlefeeding.

If your infant is healthy, go directly to the number of the topic that relates to your child for care advice:

1. Types of formulas.

2. Switching formulas and milk allergies.

3. Powdered versus liquid formulas.

4. Whole cow's milk, 2% and skim milk.

5. Vitamins and iron.

6. Water to mix with the formula.

7. Extra water.

8. Amounts: How much per feeding?

9. Schedules or frequency of feedings.

10. Length of feedings.

11. Night feedings: How to eliminate?

12. Formula temperature.

13. Formula storage.

14. Cereals and other solids.

15. Burping.

16. Baby bottle tooth decay.

17. Traveling.

18. Nipples and bottles.

19. Normal stools.

See More Appropriate Topic (instead of this one) If

• Spitting up is main concern, see SPITTING UP.
• Breastfed, see BREASTFEEDING QUESTIONS.

Disclaimer: This information is not intended be a substitute for professional medical advice. It is provided for educational purposes only. You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information.

Pediatric SelfCareNavigator. Copyright © 2000-2004 Barton Schmitt, M.D. FAAP

Reviewed 8/2004

Revised 8/2003

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• Breastfeeding Questions
• Spitting Up (Reflux)

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