Bottle feeding
Bottle Feeding
Bottle feeding (pronunciation: /ˈbɒt(ə)l ˈfiːdɪŋ/) is a method of feeding infants and young children with milk or other liquids from a bottle rather than directly from the breast (breastfeeding).
Etymology
The term "bottle feeding" is derived from the English words "bottle", which refers to a narrow-necked container made of an impermeable material in various shapes and sizes to store and transport liquids, and "feeding", which means giving food to a person or an animal.
Process
Bottle feeding involves the use of a bottle that is typically fitted with a nipple to drink directly from. The liquid can be expressed breast milk, infant formula, or another type of suitable liquid. The caregiver controls the amount and pace of feeding.
Related Terms
- Infant formula: A manufactured food designed and marketed for feeding to babies and infants under 12 months of age, usually prepared for bottle-feeding or cup-feeding from powder (mixed with water) or liquid (with or without additional water).
- Breastfeeding: The feeding of babies and young children with milk from a woman's breast.
- Nipple: A projection of skin containing the outlets for milk from the mammary glands.
- Pacifier: A rubber, plastic, or silicone nipple given to an infant or other young child to suck upon.
Advantages and Disadvantages
Bottle feeding has both advantages and disadvantages. It allows others to feed the baby, which can give the mother more flexibility and time for rest or work. However, it may not provide the same health benefits as breastfeeding, such as certain immune system boosts.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bottle feeding
- Wikipedia's article - Bottle feeding
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