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Mom of a 3 yr 7 m old boy3 years ago

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#AskTheExpert my baby feeds with nipple shield only. he doesn't feed directly. is it ok?

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Sonam PrasadMom of 2 children3 years ago

A. hi dear Stick with breast milk or formula Breast milk is the ideal food for babies — with rare exceptions. If breast-feeding isn't possible, use infant formula. Healthy newborns don't need cereal, water, juice or other fluids.

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