Feeding your baby can be among the most precious moments of your life as a parent. Every parent cherishes the time that they are able to cuddle and hold the bottle for their baby (although we admit, it’s much harder at 2 AM after a week of little sleep!)
Then here comes the laundry piling up, the dishes to wash, and that soothing shower that you haven’t had time to enjoy for months. Desperate to take at least something off of your plate, you may find yourself wondering – when can a baby hold a bottle on its own? Here’s what experts found. [Read more…]
When you were pregnant, you may have assumed you’d end up breastfeeding your baby once they arrived. However, as many new moms discover, breastfeeding isn’t always achievable. Or, it could be you just prefer to bottle feed your baby for your own personal reasons. Whatever the reason is, bottle feeding can still be a daunting process.
If you’ve chosen to formula feed your infant for whatever reason, you’ll likely have a lot of questions! There are many things you need to know before starting to bottle feed. For starters, there’s a massive range of formulas to choose from! Simply selecting the right formula for your baby can be a nightmare.
Thinking of trying your baby on soy milk? Advertised as a healthy alternative to cow’s milk, soy formulas have become particularly popular. However, experts warn that while soy milk is recommended as a safe alternative to use right after birth, it could actually do more harm than good in the long-term.
Being a parent isn’t easy! From the very first day your little one is born to the day they leave home, you are faced with many difficult decisions. One of the first challenges you’re faced with is what should be the simple task of feeding.