feeding baby – Kool Parenting

Every parent want their baby to be happy and healthy, and the first thing comes to our mind is, Are we providing our baby enough nutrition!!!!

Every Mother complains and I quote “kya karu thik se khana hi nai khati!!” So often parents end up with force feeding and add up distractions like watching tv, which is not a healthy option!

Responsive feeding will help your baby for better growth and development.

What is Responsive Feeding?

It means communicating with your baby, Responding to their actions. Understanding when they are hungry and when they are full.

Basically you feed baby when he is giving you hunger cues and stop feeding when baby is giving you cues that he/she is full. Babies have their own way to communicate, try to understand them! Please don’t say, “just one last bite!” and end up feeding them more & more.

If you think your child is not eating enough and rejecting food, stop the feeding session right there and offer again after some time! This time try different food with different texture.

Remember it’s not just about what are you feeding your kid, it’s also about how and when are you feeding them! Make sure of the surroundings, be gentle and talk to them lovingly while offering them food.

Benefits Of Responsive Feeding

1. Helps to Build good relationship with your baby

2. Lower chances of getting over weight now and in future

3. Healthy habits

4. Makes meal time easy

5. Helps you to interact with baby even better

Responsive feeding helps you understand their needs. Let them tell you what they like, what they don’t!!! How much they would like to eat, and when to stop.

Lets Make Meal Time Fun And Allow Our Babies To Explore New Tastes. Keep in Mind,

“ Even Your Baby’s Choice Matters!”

Introducing solid foods ( UNICEF United Kingdom)

IYCF (UNICEF New York)

Is Your Baby Hungry or Full? Responsive Feeding Explained (American Academy of Pediatrics)

All new mothers to be have thousands of questions about breastfeeding their baby! As this is a new experience for mother and the baby, it takes time to get comfortable! It is a natural process, all you have to do is give some time to the baby and yourself.

Is breastfeeding easy?

It’s a different experience for everyone! Some times it’s easy and some mothers finds it difficult. It could be difficult with first child and easy with another one. So, just say each mother can have different experiences each time!

Why nipple hurts while breastfeeding?

The most common reason is cause baby is not latching the nipple properly. Usually when you start feeding, you can feel a little pinch which lasts hardly for few seconds. But if pain or pinching is lasting through out feeding you must consider taking lactation consultation.

But even if it hurts, continue breastfeeding.

How many times should I breastfeed in a day?

Every baby is different, but babies are tend to get hungry more often cause they are growing rapidly. Feeding every 2-3 hrs is very essential for babies development, in an average 8-12 times In a day. If your baby is exclusively on breast milk they may need more feedings, around 15 times a day!

Washing nipples before every breastfeeding?

The skin around nipples actually produces good bacteria, which helps mother to prevent infections on breast. But if you are using products like nipple balm to soothe your nipples, it’s a good idea to clean it before breastfeeding.

What should I eat while breastfeeding?

Plan a 4-star diet recommended by UNICEF.

Staples: Grains such as wheat, rice and millets roots such as potatoes. 1 Star ⭐️

Legumes: such as lentils, peas, groundnut and seeds like sesame. 2 Stars ⭐️ ⭐️

Vit A rich fruits and vegetables: Such as mango, papaya, oranges, dark green veggies such as spinach, meethi. And other fruits such as banana, tomatoes, eggplant and cabbage.

3 Stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️

Animal source food: Dairy products, Meat, chicken, fish and eggs. 4 Stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️

When should I start weaning?

As per Dr.Michele Griswold a lactation expert and a former president of International Lactation Consultant Association Some babies naturally start weaning after one year or so. Cause by 1 year of age they are already on their solids and so busy exploring the world, the become more focused on learning different things.

Mothers need Support to continue breastfeed, support from family, workplace, employers and entire community!

Breastfeeding is not just about food it’s a part of nurturing care package that helps children to grow throughout their entire life!

_ Dr.Michele Griswold

Mini Parenting Master Class (Dr.Michele Griswold)

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