If you’re a new parent you may wonder what could happen if your baby accidentally drank from an unsterilized bottle. With some parents, this has occurred and they fell into a flat panic. In this post, I explain why it’s important to sterilize baby bottles … Read more
Lactation consultants help mothers with the best breastfeeding methods. But do lactation consultants help with bottle feeding too? Lactation consultants typically help mothers increase milk supply when breastfeeding. However, they can also give you information on the best bottles and nipples for bottle-feeding. They can … Read more
Can you pre-make bottles and put them in the fridge? This is one of the most common questions asked, especially by new parents. In this post, I explain how to properly store pre-made bottles of formula and alternative methods to use when traveling. Pre-made baby … Read more
Does baby formula expire? It’s one of the most pressing questions parents have. As a parent, you want to make sure that the food you’re giving your baby isn’t going to cause any health concerns. In this article, I’ve done some extensive research as a … Read more
Can you pre-make bottles with Carobel? This is a concern many parents have because they want to make sure they’re using this product correctly. If you’re not sure how to add Carobel to your baby formula then keep reading. I’ve provided information to do it … Read more
When our baby daughter didn’t feel well and refused the bottle (and even the nipple), we had to figure out how to feed our baby without bottle feeding. There could be various reasons your little one is denying the bottle. So, how do you feed … Read more
Some bottle-fed babies may push away their bottle (thus refuse) when they’re hungry, but there’s a reason for it. Don’t panic! I had a similar experience with my baby. Keep reading to understand why and find a solution. Babies push the bottle away even when … Read more
There may come a time when you need to consider bottle feeding or spoon feeding especially if you’re breastfeeding your young baby. Are you wondering which feeding method is best for your breastfed baby? Spoon feeding is introduced when smaller, breastfed babies are struggling to … Read more
It’s pretty normal for newborns to spend their early days snoozing but is it a cause for concern when your baby falls asleep while feeding? Ensuring your infant gets a good feed is essential for their growth and development. So, how do you make sure … Read more
Considering the pros and cons of bottle feeding and if it’s the best method for your baby? When my wife was pregnant with our daughter, we faced many questions as prospective new parents! One of them was exactly this question. Read on to find out … Read more
As your baby gets older, they become more curious about the world around them and start throwing their toys and even their bottles. But most importantly, why do babies throw their bottles? There are several reasons for this happening – read on to find out … Read more
Wondering why your precious baby formula smells so bad, reminding you of fish, dog food, poop, cheese, broccoli or just smells metallic? The first time I smelt infant formula I found it quite offensive! It certainly didn’t smell like breast milk! Let’s explore what makes … Read more
Parents such as myself, who bottle-feed their babies, will all experience a host of similar challenges as their babies grow. One of the more common issues to deal with is your baby biting or chewing on the bottle nipple instead of drinking their milk. This … Read more
Most parents agree that a crying baby is pretty distressing, especially after a feed. You can’t help but wonder if there’s a serious problem if your baby cries when a bottle is finished. My wife and I would fret if our baby daughter cried after … Read more
My little one went through a stage where she would continuously play with her bottle rather than drink her milk. At first, I found this quite frustrating, but after some research, I discovered that there are actually a few common reasons for it. Fortunately, there … Read more
By the time your baby reaches six to eight months old, you can expect them to want to hold the bottle on their own. But what happens when the baby doesn’t hold the bottle? Is this a cause for concern or are they just being … Read more
Have you noticed that some stores lock up baby formula behind plastic or glass screens? As frustrating as it is not being able to grab it off the shelf anymore, there are some valid reasons for doing this. Baby formula gets locked up because shoplifting … Read more
As parents, we relied on our daughter’s cooing or murmurings to tell us whether she was content or not. Babies sometimes make clicking sounds, getting parents wondering why their baby is clicking while bottle feeding! Babies make clicking sounds while bottle-feeding because they’re not hungry, … Read more
One thing I’ve learned about babies is that they don’t like their routines changing suddenly! A question I see popping up often is why your baby won’t take a bottle from anyone but mom and my first answer to this is not to take it … Read more
Having a newborn in the house means many feeding sessions are happening around the clock. If you’re a first-time parent you may be wondering whether you can use the same bottle for multiple feedings. If your little one doesn’t drink all their milk or formula … Read more
Bottle feeding comes with its own challenges – as a father myself I can understand the frustrations! When it comes to feeding time you expect your baby to eagerly latch onto their bottle. But the question of why my baby was pushing her bottle out … Read more
Does your baby keep you awake at night? Are you wondering if your infant is hungry even though they’re getting their daily milk quota? You may even wonder if you can put a rusk in a baby’s bottle to see if she’ll sleep better at … Read more
As a new parent, you may struggle with a crying and squirming baby during bottle feeding. It can be frustrating and worrisome, especially if you’re not sure what’s causing the discomfort. But don’t worry, you’re not alone. I had the same problem with my little … Read more
One question I often read online is what to do if your baby cries when you take a bottle away – the responses tell me it’s a common issue and there seems to be a number of reasons. Based on my own experiences as a … Read more
At first glance, asking if adults can use baby bottles seems like a weird question. There are two ways of looking at this question – one is for practical reasons and the other is for social fads or psychological issues. Adults can drink from baby … Read more
It’s not uncommon for parents to have an excess of unopened and unused formula. For starters, your baby may have moved onto the next formula level. Alternatively, you may have been given more cans than you need. So where can you donate baby formula? Baby … Read more
Has your little one recently started hitting, swinging or smacking their arms while breast or bottle feeding? If you’re new to parenting, this behavior may leave you feeling as though you’re doing something wrong. While many people may tell you this behavior is perfectly normal, … Read more
Many parents ask if they must give a bottle before or after a bath and if it’s the latter, how long to wait. This is also the question I asked myself when I became a father. You can feed a baby before or after a … Read more
Baby bouncers are well known for providing a safe seating space for babies, allowing moms’ and dads’ hands to be free to do something else. In addition to their ergonomic design, they’re also easy to clean and travel with. That said, many parents often wonder … Read more
One of the most essential purchases you’ll make for your baby is a car seat. If you spend a lot of time on the road with your little one, you may be wondering if you can feed a baby in a car seat? It’s certainly … Read more
Nighttime feeding sessions with your baby can be stressful for everyone involved. For starters, you’re dealing with a fussing baby who seems to grow more impatient with every extra minute it takes you to prepare a bottle. To streamline the process, you may have thought … Read more
Many families decide to have another baby or two after their firstborn. Having another baby means you’ll need items such as nappies, clothing, and of course the right bottles. However, new baby bottles can be expensive. So is it possible to reuse bottles for your … Read more
It’s not unusual for moms to feel overwhelmed when it’s time to go back to work and leave their newborn baby with a sitter or daycare provider. But then, a baby may refuse the breast, preferring her bottle instead. What can moms do in this … Read more
As a new parent, you may have already experienced a fussing baby that needs to be fed but also has a wet diaper! You might want to do a quick change, but, with a crying baby, is it really that urgent? In this case you … Read more
Are you preparing to move your baby from the bottle to solids? From around six months old as you start to add solids to your little one’s diet, you still need to include milk. This gives rise to questions such as whether a baby should … Read more
If you’ve been bottle-feeding your baby you may have noticed that your little one often prefers sucking an empty bottle rather than a pacifier. While sucking calms babies and reduces crying, you’re obviously wondering, if you can give your baby an empty bottle. Can I … Read more
Baby showers are a great time for getting gifts for your little one and you most likely received a variety of bottles from different brands. But, is it OK to use different bottles for babies, or will it confuse them when bottle feeding? Not all … Read more
When it comes to baby feeding, the reality is that it’s very seldom plain sailing. Once you’ve eventually found the right bottle, there’s the cleaning and storing. When that’s all sorted there’s a short window of seemingly easy feeding. The next stage begins when your … Read more
Are you bottle-feeding your baby and worried that he or she is drinking too quickly? You may be wondering if the speed of drinking is normal or if you should try to slow things down a bit! After all, you don’t want her choking or … Read more