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ALTERNATATIVE FEEDING
ALTERNATIVE FEEDING FOR NEWBORNS
FDA Use of Donor Milk
The choice to feed a baby human milk from a source other than the baby’s mother should be made in consultation with the baby’s healthcare provider because the nutritional needs of each baby depend on many factors including the baby’s age and health.
Cup Feeding is as Easy as 1-2-3
Cup Feeding
Cup feeding can be used from birth. It is suitable for both expressed breastmilk and infant formula. You can use any clean, open cup with a smooth surface.
How to Feed a Baby With a Syring
What is Syringe Feeding?
We all know that a baby should be breastfed for the first six months, but in certain scenarios, it may not be possible for a mother to breastfeed her baby. Therefore, a baby may need to be fed expressed breast milk or formula directly in his mouth through a syringe without a needle. Such a feeding technique is termed syringe feeding.
Finger Feeding a Baby – Benefits, Drawbacks and Techniques
What Is Finger Feeding?
There is a specific technique where a feeding tube attached to a finger can be used to deliver breastmilk or formula to the child. Termed as finger feeding, it allows the baby to suck on the finger like a breast and learn to feed the natural way.
