Many parents are concerned that their nursing baby will not want to breastfeed again if given a bottle with pumped milk or formula. Understanding why some babies refuse breast or bottle will help parents decide which size nipples to buy for their babies bottles.
There are many guidelines that will help you determine how healthy your pumped milk is and how long it can be safely used to feed your baby. We'll take you through the ins and outs of keeping your breast milk fresh and ready for baby.
To maximize the nutritional benefit, some physicians suggest breast feeding your growing infant for up to 12 months or longer. But what if mom returns to work, or is unavailable for nursing baby from time to time? We'll show you what you need to know to get started pumping your "liquid gold."