I have introduced bottle feeding with formula to my child once in a day...He just takes 30 to 60 ml of milk..what should I do to make bottle feeding easier and how much milk should child take in one feed?

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ExpertVandana SharmaNutritionist2 years ago

A. Hello mom it is ok to start with small quantities initially & as they accept you can gradually increase the quantity . ideally for his age around 125 to 150 ml to even 175 ml can be given

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