Wednesday, March 18, 2015

Can I store my baby’s feed for her to finish later?

Unless you're using ready-made milk, always make a fresh feed for your baby. Don't store bottles of baby formula milk that you've already made. This is because bacteria can grow rapidly in formula milk kept at room temperature and can grow slowly in the fridge.

Having said that, there may be times when you just have to make up a feed in advance and keep it in the fridge. This may be the case if you have twins, or if you're out for the day, or your baby goes to childcare. Read more about storing formula in the fridge safely. Your midwifeand health visitor can also give you practical tips on how to cope.

When your baby has finished feeding, throw away any leftover formula. If your baby hasn’t fed from a bottle at all, throw it away within two hours. It may seem a waste, but it's healthier and safer for your baby that way.


Source from: http://www.babycentre.co.uk/a555284/making-up-a-bottle#ixzz3Ul5pSMnF

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