How shall I prepare the bottle at feeding time? Take one from the ice
chest, warm it by placing it in warm water deep enough to cover the milk
in the bottle. Then thoroughly shake it, remove the cotton cork, and
adjust the nipple.
How shall I know that the temperature of the milk is correct? Pour a
teaspoonful from the bottle before adjusting the nipple, and taste it, or
pour a few drops through the nipple upon the inner surface of the wrist.
It should feel quite warm, but not quite hot; or a baby thermometer may be
placed in the water where the milk stands, and the temperature should be
between 98 and 100 degrees F.
How can I keep the milk warm while the baby is feeding? Slip over the
bottle a warm flannel bag with a draw-string.
What position should a child be in when feeding? During the first few
months, except at night, it had better be held in the arms; later it can
lie on its side in the crib, but the bottle must then be held by the nurse
until it is emptied, or the baby will nurse and sleep, and nurse and
sleep, etc.
How much time shall I give the baby for one feeding? Not longer than
twenty minutes. Take the bottle away then and do not give it until the
next feeding. Keep a sleepy baby awake, when well, until the food is
taken, or remove the bottle.
Can I play with the baby after feeding? Never. It may cause vomiting and
indigestion. Baby should lie quietly and sleep if possible, or at least
not be disturbed.