Bottle Introduction Tips for Breastfed Babies from Peds Doctor and Mama

In this week's episode, Pediatrician and mother Dr. Blair Rolnick discusses the importance of introducing a bottle to breastfed babies and provides helpful recommendations. She emphasizes that introducing a bottle around three to four weeks allows time to establish milk supply and for babies to learn the skill of bottle feeding.
Dr. Rolnick explains the signs to look for and the pacing techniques to ensure successful bottle feeding. Additionally, she recommends starting with small amounts and increasing gradually, as well as choosing the right bottle and nipple for the baby's preference and feeding needs. Ultimately, Dr. Rolnick encourages parents to consider their family's lifestyle and potential time away from the baby, suggesting early bottle introduction to prevent bottle refusal.
00:00 Introduction
00:43 Why you should use bottle introduction
01:28 When should you introduce a bottle?
02:01 Introduce when not too hungry and well rested
03:18 How much to feed with a bottle
03:56 Paced feedings
04:55 How do you do a paced feeding?
06:22 Bottles for breastfed babies
08:08 Consider the nipples for baby bottles
08:45 Signs your baby is ready for faster flow
09:35 Conclusion
Being a parent comes with a lot of questions. Is this normal? Am I doing a good job? (The answer is yes by the way). This podcast is here to provide support and guidance based on medical literature and best practice guidelines. As a mother herself, Dr. Blair Rolnick knows how hard it is to find answers and advice based on research that you can trust. As a pediatrician with specialty training in pediatric emergency medicine and a certified lactation consultant, she brings specialist training to the table and seeks to use strong medical evidence to empower parents on their journey through parenthood.
This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always seek medical advice from a qualified physician.
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