Sibling help with bottle-feeding
Moms and dads have many opportunities to bond with their babies, and siblings can play an important part in that experience too. Sharing feeding time is one way your whole family can develop a close connection with the baby—and help siblings not feel excluded. Here are specific tips for helping a young child feed the baby:
- Choose a time when the baby isn’t frantically hungry.
- Seat the child in a comfortable chair with arms or have her sit on the floor for extra safety.
- Show her the proper way to hold the baby, emphasizing the need for proper head and neck support.
- Encourage the child to offer the baby a bottle; allow time for your infant to adjust to the new provider.
- Stay with the child to help and offer encouragement.
- Encourage her to make eye contact with the baby.
- If the child is old enough, you can help her burp the baby.
- Praise your child for the help she provided.
Did you know?
GERBER® NUK® bottles are ideal for sharing feeding time because they’re designed to be shaped more like you. This creates a more natural feeding experience for your baby as she transitions from breast to bottles of breastmilk or formula.
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