Why bottle feeding is not recommended?

The risk of infection is high as microorganisms may stick on the neck and teat of the bottle and transmit to the infant with reuse of the bottle. Diarrhoea in HIV infected, malnourished and underweight infants can prove life-threatening and is a reason why bottle feeds should be discouraged in such cases.

Why is my baby fighting her bottle?

The following reasons are some of the most common things to look out for if your baby refuses the bottle: Your baby was recently weaned and wants to continue breastfeeding. Your baby isn’t hungry enough to want feeding. Your baby is feeling sick, colicky, or otherwise unwell enough to feed.

Why does my baby pull away and cry while bottle feeding?

It could be the nipple is too long, too short, too fast or too slow. If the nipple is too long, too short, too fast or too slow for your baby, she may experience feeding difficulties and express her frustration by fuss or crying.

Why does my baby squirm while bottle feeding?

The child may squirm when the breast is letting down the milk or immediately after that. It may be due to fast-let down. If the baby is fussy just before letting down or a while after that, it is clear that the baby is impatient from hunger. Wriggling at evening nursing is typical for an infant.

What do you need to know about bottle feeding?

Bottle-feeding caregivers face certain challenges in feeding a baby safely. Wash hands before handling bottles or feeding baby. Wash bottles and nipples/teats with hot water and soap, and rinse well. Some sources recommend sterilization of all feeding equipment, particularly bottle nipples/teats.

What are the problems with giving a baby a bottle?

Turning away from the bottle. Refusing to close her mouth around the nipple. Holding nipple in the mouth but not sucking. Taking only a small amount and then refusing more. Screaming when placed into a feeding position or at the sight of the bottle. Milk pouring out of baby’s mouth. Feeding too quickly.

What are the signs of a breastfeeding baby refusing a bottle?

A breastfed baby refusing bottle feeding is relatively common, and it isn’t much cause for alarm. Following are some signs that your baby is refusing bottle feeding. Starting to cry when approached with a bottle or placed in feeding position. Constantly turning and shifting its head to avoid the bottle. Falling asleep while feeding.

When to switch from breastfeeding to bottle feeding?

If you have been breastfeeding your baby beyond three months of age, then there is a high probability that the baby will find it difficult to make the transition to bottle-feeding.