How to Make Formula Bottles

Feeding your child an incorrectly made bottle of formula can lead to severe illness and pain. Learning the correct method for making a formula bottle now will save you from the headache and frustration of trying to remember exactly how to do it when your child is crying and hungry. After making your first few bottles, the process will become second nature, and you will be able to go through the motions quickly.

Instructions

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      Sterilize bottles and nipples before their first use. Add bottles and nipples to a rolling boil for five minutes, or consider using a store-bought sterilizer. After the first use, wash bottles and nipples in warm, soapy water, or in the dishwasher after each use.

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      Fill the bottle with the desired amount of water. Cold water is best from the tap, and room temperature is best for bottled or specialized water. Consider boiling the water first if you use well water or if your tap water has a high level of unwanted chemicals (let the water cool after you boil it). Fill the bottle with the exact amount you will be using. For example, if you are making a 6-ounce bottle, fill the bottle with exactly 6 ounces of water.

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      Mix formula into the bottle using the provided scoop. Typically, you will use 2 ounces of water for every one scoop of formula. However, follow the instructions on the formula container for exact use. Screw on the top of the bottle.

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      Hold the nipple of the bottle tightly and shake vigorously to mix the water and formula. Shake the bottle until the formula has completely mixed with the water, and check that there is no dry formula lumps stuck to the bottom or sides inside of the bottle.

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      Heat the bottle by running it under hot water, setting the bottle in a pan of hot water that has been removed from the stove, or using a bottle warmer. Shake the bottle vigorously again after it has been warmed. Warming the bottle is not always necessary; some children prefer room-temperature or cool bottles.

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      Check the temperature of the formula by spraying some onto your wrist or arm before any feedings.The temperature should not be excessively warm or hot, or it will harm your child.

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