You should always hold your baby during a feeding.
Even when he is older and able to hold the bottle
on his own, you should continue to hold him and
avoid propping the bottle during feedings.
Also, hold the bottle so that the tip is always
filled with formula. This will prevent your baby
from swallowing a lot of air.
Burping your baby every few ounces can prevent
stomach distention and discomfort.
At first, he will be feeding on demand. Later
you can get on more of a schedule of feedings
every three to four hours.
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