#AskTheExpert I want to start my breast fed baby bottle feeds (expressed bm) in 3rd month...as I hav to join for work in 5th month...when is the best time to start bottle feeds in such cases?

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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 6 m old boy2 years ago

A. Parents often ask "when is the best time to introduce a bottle?" There is not a perfect time, but lactation consultants usually recommend waiting until the breast milk supply is established and breastfeeding is going well.

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