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Articles in the
Growth Stages section are divided into three groups:
0-2 Years, 3-5
Years, 6-12
Years Articles
for teens 13-18 years will be found in our Teen
Spot section.
The following articles will provide information
for each age group as specified. Subject matter
will range from breastfeeding for the 0-2 years
category to bullying in the 6-12 years category.
Go to each section by clkicking these links:
0-2 Years (see below) » 3-5
Years » 6-12
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» Use pre-washed
bottles and nipples (wash in dishwasher if available)
» If formula
is in a can, wash off the top of the can before
opening and use a clean can opener
» If the formula
is a powder or concentrate, run the faucet for a
couple of minutes before using the tap water. Boil
the water (and let cool) first if using well water.
» Do not use
a microwave to warm the baby’s bottle. Use
a bottle warmer or place the bottle in a pan of
hot water for a few minutes. Always test the formula
temperature before giving to the baby.
» Do not prepare
the formula ahead of time. Do not save partially
used bottles of formula after the baby has nursed
from the bottle.
FEEDING
» Hold the baby
in your arms with the head a little higher than
the body while feeding the baby. Always hold the
baby while feeding, never prop the bottle.
» Make sure that
the nipple’s holes are large enough so that
milk drips at about one drop per second
» Tilt the bottle
to allow the milk to fill the nipple before giving
to the baby
» Feed the baby
until she wants to stop, but every 2-3 ounces burp
her by patting her back gently until she burps
» Feed the baby
as often as she seems hungry – most babies
will develop a pattern of their own
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Bottle Feeding
If you have decided to bottle feed your baby,
consult with your doctor as to which formula best
suits your baby’s needs. You can bond with
your baby the same as a mother who breast feeds
by always holding your baby when feeding him. If
someone else will be feeding your baby, make sure
they are aware of the correct way to prepare the
formula.
EQUIPMENT
» Bottles and
nipples (6 or more of each)
» Bottle and
nipple brushes
» Formula
PREPARATION
» Always wash
hands with soap and water
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» Breast milk boosts
the baby’s immune system.
» Baby’s that are not breastfed have
a higher incident rate of diarrhea and respiratory
illnesses.
» Breastfeeding helps prevent babies from
developing food and respiratory allergies
» Breastfed babies may have higher IQs according
to some studies
» Breastfeeding may reduce the risk of obesity
later in life
BENEFITS
FOR MOM
» Breastfeeding helps shrink the uterus and
burns calories
» Breastfeeding reduces the risk of developing
breast, uterine, and ovarian cancer
» Breastfeeding may lessen the chance for
developing osteoporosis
» Breastfeeding promotes bonding between the
mother and baby
» Breastfeeding can reduce the mother’s
stress level and the risk of post-partum depression
» Breastfeeding saves time by not having to
prepare a bottle and saves money by not having to
buy formula
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Breastfeeding Benefits
There are numerous benefits
for breastfeeding your baby. The most important
is the nutritional value provided to the baby. The
mother also benefits in many ways including helping
the uterus to return to normal and lowering the
risks of breast and ovarian cancer.
BENEFITS FOR THE BABY
» Breast milk provides all the vitamins and
nutrients that a baby needs the first six months
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