Pregnancy Diary

Breast milk is free, convenient, and contains antibodies that boost your baby’s natural immune system. Nursing mothers also report than they lose pregnancy-related weight gain quicker than bottle-feeding moms.

If you decide to breastfeed, purchase a few good nursing bras and some easy-to-open blouses. If you’re planning to go back to work or be away from home for more than a few hours at a time, a breast pump and one or two bottles should also be purchased. As difficult as this may be, you should try not to offer your baby artificial nipples (including a pacifer) until 4-6 weeks after birth to ensure the success of breastfeeding.

Breast milk is the most nutritious food for a newborn,but there are still many reasons that women decide to use formula. For example, bottle feeding is often necessary when the mother has a chronic health condition or uses medication that could be absorbed into her breast milk. BTW, bottle feeding allows the baby’s father, older siblings, and other caregivers to take a more active role in his/her development.

If you’re planning to formula feed your baby, you’ll need to purchase at least six bottles, plus equipment for cleaning and sterilization. Although it’s not necessary, many women find a bottle warmer to be helpful. However, you may want to refrain from stocking up on formula until after your baby is born. Many newborns have problems digesting certain brands of formula.

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