Feeding Essentials Archives

Use chilled teething rings or toys to provide a soothing sensation for your teething baby.
Gently massage your baby’s gums with a clean finger or a soft, wet cloth to alleviate discomfort.
Offer a variety of safe, age-appropriate teething toys to keep your baby engaged and distracted from teething pain.
Apply a small amount of baby-safe teething gel on your baby’s gums as recommended by your pediatrician.
Provide cool, but not frozen, teething snacks like a chilled banana or cucumber for your baby to gnaw on.
Try using a clean, damp washcloth that has been placed in the refrigerator for a few minutes as a teething remedy.
Consider giving your baby a gentle, baby-safe pain reliever as directed by your pediatrician to help manage teething discomfort.

5 mins read

Navigating the Transition: From Breastfeeding to Bottle-Feeding – Tips for New Parents

Gradually introduce the bottle by offering breast milk in a familiar setting.
Experiment with different bottle types and nipple shapes to find what your baby prefers.
Maintain skin-to-skin contact during bottle-feeding to enhance bonding.
Establish a consistent feeding routine to help your baby adapt to the transition.
Involve your partner or a caregiver in bottle-feeding sessions to share responsibilities.
Be patient and allow your baby time to adjust, avoiding unnecessary pressure.
Seek support from other parents or professionals for guidance and reassurance during this transition.

3 mins read

Bottles with slow-flow nipples for proper milk flow and reduced air intake.
Breast pump for expressing milk if breastfeeding, promoting flexibility.
Sterilizer to maintain cleanliness in bottle preparation and pacifiers.
Formula (if not breastfeeding) with a reliable dispenser for convenient feeding.
Burp cloths to manage post-feeding messes and keep the baby comfortable.
High-quality bibs to protect baby’s clothing during feeding sessions.
Comfortable nursing pillow for added support during breastfeeding or bottle-feeding.

6 mins read