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Mom of a 4 yr 8 m old girl4 years ago

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My baby is 5 month old and I would like to introduce formula feed as I am starting back at work. What is the frequency to feed formula while being on breast feed . Can we introduce twice a day for three days and move to three times a day ?

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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 6 m old boy4 years ago

A. experts generally advise introducing formula slowly, gradually replacing breastfeeding sessions with formula feeding. One method is to replace one nursing session per week with a formula feeding session. Start by giving your baby one bottle of formula at around the same time each day.

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