Rules for giving formula milk to babies under 1 year

Exclusive breastfeeding from birth is highly recommended because it is the best food for babies. Unfortunately, not all breastfeeding mothers can give their milk smoothly because of certain problems. Alternatively, formula milk can be given to babies in this condition.

But beforehand, make sure the mother understands the various rules that should be observed while giving formula milk for babies.

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What are the types of infant formulas?

Feeding formula (sufor) is usually carried out under certain circumstances according to the medical condition experienced by your little one.

Some conditions inevitably make the baby have to get sufor to meet the nutritional needs of the baby.

You don't need to worry, formula milk powder for babies is sterile since the production period.

This aims to minimize the risk of bacterial contamination if the preparation and administration process is not clean.

There are many types of sufor for babies from various sources, shapes, as well as various brands. Launching from the Kids Health page, several types of formula milk for babies that exist include:

1. Sufor comes from cow's milk

Most of the sufor comes from cow's milk. Usually this type of milk contains the right balance of protein, carbohydrates and fat.

The protein in milk has undergone changes making it easier to digest.

There are several ingredients in sufor that are made similar to breast milk, namely essential fatty acids such as ARA and DHA as well as prebiotics and probiotics.

2. Sufor from soy milk

This type of formula is made from soy milk for babies. Usually, babies need this type of phosphorus if they are lactose intolerant.

This can be due to gastrointestinal infections, cow's milk allergy related to galactosemia, and congenital lactase deficiency.

Soy milk does not contain protein whey and casein like what's in cow's milk.

In fact, soy milk can also be given if the baby is constipated because of formula milk.

Interestingly, soy milk for babies has a low saturated fat content. Fat is ideally needed in the process of developing a baby, but in the right dosage and type.

The fat content in soy milk includes monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. This is because soy milk comes from plants, not from animal sources such as cow's milk.

The reason for the high level of fiber in soy milk for babies is because it comes from plants or vegetables.

3. Lactose-free phosphorus

This infant formula does not contain lactose (sugar contained in milk). Usually, it is replaced with another type of sugar, such as corn syrup.

4. Hypoallergenic supplement

This phosphorus contains protein that has been broken down into smaller forms so that it is easier to digest for babies.

Generally, babies who need this type of sufor are babies who have an allergy to milk protein or who have problems with absorption of nutrients (usually premature babies).

When can babies be given formula milk?

Choosing between breastfeeding or formula-feeding babies, including newborns, is a big decision for new parents.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the World Health Organization (WHO) recommend breastfeeding.

According to the world's major health organizations, babies should ideally get breast milk for the full 6 months or so-called exclusive breastfeeding.

This is because the nutritional content of breast milk is so complete that it can meet all the nutritional needs of babies until they are six months old.

Meanwhile, the nutritional content in formula milk is made in such a way as to be similar to the nutritional content in breast milk.

However, formula milk cannot equal the nutritional content and benefits of breast milk. This is because formula milk does not contain antibodies like those in breast milk to prevent infection.

In fact, in the process of serving formula milk is more susceptible to germs and bacteria.

That is why, giving formula milk (sufor) must be considered carefully to prevent babies from being infected.

Now, babies are allowed to drink formula milk when breastfeeding is not possible.

Take for example when the mother's milk does not meet the baby's needs, milk production stops, and so on.

Medical conditions that allow babies to drink formula milk

Doctors usually allow babies to drink formula milk, either at birth or at a few months of age, if they have certain medical conditions.

The following are various medical conditions that support infant formula feeding:

1. Experiencing galactosemia

There are some babies who are born with galactosemia. This is a metabolic condition that makes the baby's body unable to process galactose into energy.

Galactose is a component of sugar in breast milk and formula milk. If not treated immediately, the child can develop developmental problems, cataracts, liver and kidney disorders.

One solution to dealing with this condition in babies is by giving sufor made from soy or soybeans followed by other treatments.

Breast milk is high in lactose, so babies should be weaned or fed milk without lactose. Furthermore, your child needs to be trained to eat a diet (diet) without galactose throughout his life.

2. Premature babies

Premature babies need more calories, fat and protein than full-term babies.

Although premature breast milk has all three components that your little one needs, it is not as optimal as mature breast milk. Usually it takes about 3-4 weeks to reach mature breast milk.

Therefore, formula feeding is recommended for premature babies who are less than 32 weeks old and weigh less than 1.5 kilograms (kg).

3. Other conditions

There are several other conditions that necessitate giving infants fluids. For example, babies who are symptomatic of dehydration and mother's milk that is not sufficient for the baby's needs.

Babies with this condition are characterized by slow bowel movements or still meconium (first stool), even though the baby is more than 5 days old.

Another condition that requires giving infants fluids is when they lose weight due to slow milk production.

Slow weight loss or gain can also usually be due to a baby having difficulty eating.

However, it needs to be understood that giving sufor, especially for babies over 6 months, is only as an addition to food.

Formula milk for babies over 6 months of age is not useful for gaining weight. The intake of solid food for babies plays a big role as weight gainers.

In other words, milk cannot replace solid foods or baby solids to gain weight.

Mothers who are separated from babies and babies who have congenital abnormalities (such as cleft lip) can also be a reason for giving infant sufor.

Rules for giving formula milk to babies

Before giving infant formula milk, you should pay attention to the timing of giving fluids, cleanliness of bottles, how to store sufor, and so on.

To be clearer, here are various rules that need to be considered in giving formula milk for newborns:

1. Amount and frequency of formula feeding

The first thing to pay attention to is the frequency and amount of infant formula feeding.

Because formula milk is less digestible by babies than breast milk, usually your little one only needs to be fed a few times so that it is not as frequent as when he is breastfed.

Here are the rules for the amount and frequency of baby feeding:

Amount and frequency of breastfeeding for newborns

Newborn babies can receive formula milk gradually because their stomach is so small that they will then develop.

There are several things that mothers need to pay attention to regarding the amount and frequency of giving formula milk to babies, including newborns.

Based on Kids Health, newborns can spend as much as 45-90 milliliters (ml) of sufor.

Within a day, he may be able to suckle every 3-4 hours for the first few weeks.

If your little one sleeps more than 4-5 hours and skips drinking milk, wake him up and offer milk.

The Indonesian Pediatric Association (IDAI) also recommends that you wake your little one while still asleep after 4 hours of not feeding.

Amount and frequency of milk feeding for babies aged 1 month

By the end of one month of age, your baby will probably use up about 90-120 ml of milk at each feed.

At the age of one month, the frequency of drinking baby's fluorine can be predicted about every 4 hours.

Amount and frequency of milk feeding for babies aged 1 month

At the age of six months, babies can drink about 180-230 ml of sufor every 4-5 hours because their stomach capacity is bigger.

The amount of formula milk also depends on whether your little one has started eating solid food or not.

Amount and frequency of milk feeding for babies aged 2 months

Usually your little one can use up 120-150 ml of formula milk each time you feed.

The size of the baby's stomach is bigger than when he was just born. The baby will probably feed every 3-4 hours.

Amount and frequency of milk feeding for babies aged 4 months

Babies can spend 120-180 ml per feeding depending on the frequency of breastfeeding (every hour he needs to drink) and body size.

Babies who have bigger bodies are able to spend more sufor at the age of 4 months.

Amount and frequency of milk feeding for babies aged 6 months

Babies at 6 months of age can breastfeed about 180-230 ml every 4-5 hours.

Keep in mind the baby's needs

However, you should not stick to these limits because babies have different needs.

In general, babies need 90-120 ml of fluoride each time during the first month.

This amount then increases by 30 ml per month until it reaches 210-240 ml every time the baby drinks milk.

However, babies can actually regulate their intake from day to day to meet their needs. So, let him tell you whether his milk intake is sufficient or not.

If the baby is easily distracted during the feeding, the baby is probably full. However, if he is still holding the bottle even though the milk runs out, he may still be hungry and want to suckle again.

The key is to give the newborn baby supportive whenever he asks or cries because he is hungry. This is the same as when a mother gives breast milk.

Over time, babies can adopt a regular complementary schedule, both for eating solid food and drinking milk.

That way, it will be easier for you to know when your little one is hungry and should be given milk or other solid foods.

However, you as a mother must be smart to limit milk for your little one if the intake is very excessive (usually more than 960 ml / day).

If your baby seems to be nursing too often or too much, try to distract him by playing or doing something else.

Although formula milk is often used as an effort to gain weight for babies, this is actually not quite right. Again, only solid foods can help a baby's weight.

However, in some cases, babies can experience nutritional problems such as being overweight or obese due to formula milk. That's why it's so important to understand your baby's needs.

2. Always keep baby bottles clean

Another thing that babies with sufor should really pay attention to is the cleanliness of their bottles. One of the reasons breastmilk is better for babies is that it is more sterile than sufor.

The chance for sufor to be exposed to germs and bacteria is greater so that it becomes less sterile for babies.

You must clean the bottle of milk properly before giving it to a baby. Not only the bottles, but also always keep the bottle caps and nipples clean.

You can clean it with warm water and soap after and before using the bottle.

Use a bottle brush so that you can reach all parts of the bottle when cleaning it.

3. Choose a special bottle to give baby formula milk

Do not carelessly choose a milk bottle that will be used to hold formula milk for newborns.

We recommend that you choose bottles labeled BPA-free and made of polyethylene and polypropylene plastic that are safe for babies.

4. Watch how to make milk

Before making milk for children, it's best to wash your hands with soap. After that, follow the instructions on how to serve the milk listed on the packaging.

It is better if you follow how many tablespoons of milk powder you have to mix with water. Formula milk that is too thin or too thick is not recommended for babies.

Also, use clean and safe water to make milk.

5. Pay attention to storage of infant sufor

Store your baby's formula in the refrigerator to prevent bacteria from growing. If you find signs of stale sufor, you should not give it to the baby again and throw it away.

This is because the impact of stale milk on the health of babies can be dangerous. If the baby does not drink the sufor immediately, cool it down immediately then place it in a tightly closed container.

Next, store the container in the refrigerator (refrigerator) with a temperature of less than 5 degrees Celsius. But most importantly, immediately give the sufor to babies for less than 24 hours.

Meanwhile, if the baby's milk is at room temperature, this formula can only last for about an hour.

If it has been left on for more than an hour, it is best not to give it to your baby again. In addition, if your baby has left some of the phosphorus or isn't finishing it, it's best to just throw the rest away.

This is because there is a chance that bacteria have contaminated the sufor and might make your child sick.

6. Also pay attention when buying milk

When buying milk, it's best to pay attention to the expiration date.

Do not let you buy milk that has passed its expiration date or which is in a few months.

In addition, also pay attention to the integrity of the packaging, choose packaging that is still good and not damaged. After buying it, don't forget to pay attention to how to store the formula milk.

We recommend that you store it in a cool place. Hot or cold storage can reduce the nutrients in milk.

Don't forget to always close the milk packaging tightly after opening it.

If the milk pack is open for too long, air can enter, causing the milk to coagulate and damage it.

What types of formulas are suitable for babies?

The number of brands of sufor on the market may make you confused which one is suitable for babies. Talk to your doctor about which brand of milk best suits your little one's needs.

If your little one does not have allergies or does not have problems digesting milk, you can give sufor which is made from cow's milk.

However, if your child has lactose intolerance or is allergic to milk protein, you are advised to give certain types of milk.

Various recommended milks such as milk that is lactose free, derived from soybeans, or hypoallergenic milk.

There is also almond milk that can be given to babies after the age of 12 months or 1 year.

Almond milk can be a nutrient that is safe for toddlers to consume, but still nothing can match the nutrients in sufor, let alone the nutrients in breast milk.

This means you cannot use almond milk for babies as a substitute for breast milk and sufor.

Before giving kebayi sufor, it's good to get advice from a pediatrician.

You should follow the recommendations given by the pediatrician regarding the rules for giving formula milk to support optimal growth and development.

Don't forget to keep giving babies solid food in addition to sufor so that their daily nutritional needs are met.

There are various nutrients that must be fulfilled, one of which is vitamins for babies which can be sourced from the intake of vegetables and baby fruit.

What if the baby refuses formula milk in a bottle?

Giving milk to babies through a bottle does not always go smoothly. Sometimes, babies may refuse bottle milk for a number of reasons such as:

• The baby spit up
• Babies are constipated
• Babies have an allergy to the protein in cow's sufor

If the baby refuses bottle milk, here are some remedies that you can apply:

• Use a pacifier that is comfortable for the baby
• Create a comfortable breastfeeding atmosphere
• Give the baby the fluids in the bottle at the right time, that is, when they are neither too hungry nor too full
• Find a breastfeeding position that is comfortable for the baby

Understanding the right type of sufor for babies is as important as applying a good way of giving so that your little one is comfortable during breastfeeding.