A newborn baby, like no one else, needs a proper balanced diet, which will strengthen its immunity and will contribute to the normal development of the digestive system. The best option for feeding newborns is breast milk or formula selected together with the pediatrician.
Instructions
Step 1
Modern pediatricians confirm that the best nutrition for a newborn baby, intended by nature itself, is breast milk. Due to its unique composition, mother's milk provides a newborn baby with all the necessary substances, helps to strengthen the immune system, improves the functioning of all systems of internal organs, and helps to establish the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. Many young mothers are afraid of the difficulties of breastfeeding, but experienced lactation consultants can help arrange the feeding process so that it is truly enjoyable and beneficial for mom and baby.
Step 2
There are situations when a woman does not have milk, or for some reason she has to prematurely stop natural feeding. In this case, it is very important to choose the right formula for artificial feeding so that the baby does not experience a deficiency in nutrients. In no case should you rely on someone else's choice or on the advice of friends in choosing a formula for newborns: a pediatrician should choose the right food for a child in accordance with the individual characteristics of the baby.
Step 3
If a baby is bottle-fed from birth, it is best to use formulas that are as close as possible in composition to breast milk. This mixture reduces the risk of allergic reactions and does not cause disturbances in the digestive system. If the baby has severe allergic reactions, a hypoallergenic mixture should be selected together with the pediatrician.
Step 4
In some cases, the child may need a mixture of medicines - for example, with an iron deficiency identified during the examination. Therapeutic mixtures are prescribed for childhood anemia, for lactose and protein intolerance in cow's milk, as well as for serious disorders in the gastrointestinal tract.
