Since the beginning of baby formula, there has been much debate over which method of feeding is best for the baby – breastfeeding or formula.  Breastfeeding is much healthier.  But, there are many benefits of bottle-feeding.

One major benefit to giving your baby formula is that you can get Dad to help.  It can be a major load off mom to have Dad feed the baby in the middle of the night so mom can get a much-deserved night’s sleep.

Also, when you feed your baby formula, it can be more appealing to the public as opposed to breastfeeding.  You don’t get the uncomfortable looks and it’s not embarrassing to you or to the public. 

Feeding your baby formula is also easy to track how much the baby is eating.  You cannot see the intake when breastfeeding.  Bottle-feeding doesn’t have that problem.  Mom can easily see how much the baby is feeding with the bottle.

If you take a stroll around your local market, you will notice a lot of baby formula products available.  It can be difficult trying to select the best one for your baby.  When you purchase, my advice would be to go with a name brand and not the store brand.  The name brand baby formula products are trusted and have been around for quite some time.

With newborns, you are supposed to feed your baby every 3 to 4 hours.  If you breast-feed your baby, it is every 1 to 3 hours because breast milk will digest faster than formula.  As the baby grows older, the times between feedings will start to become longer.

Remember, all babies are unique.  Therefore, keep track of your baby’s feedings so you can be sure to get your baby’s schedule down.

Some babies can be impatient in-between feedings.  Don’t get discouraged.  However, if you do and decide to give in and feed your baby, take a break and resume a few weeks later.  Don’t stress over it.  Remember, all babies are unique.  Just stay persistent and it will all work out.