How to prepare a mixture of children? Photo: Getty
How to prepare a mixture of children?
There are the following types of mixtures:
- ready for use;
- concentrated;
- powdered.
For children at risk born before 37 weeksor weighing less than 2500 g, the third type is not recommended. Any type will do for strong and healthy babies. Wash cups, bottles, nipples, spoons with hot soapy water, rinse thoroughly. Place in a saucepan, fill with water, bring to a boil - two minutes is enough. Let's start cooking:
- A ready-to-use mixture does not require the addition of liquid. Pour the contents of the container into a sterile bottle. Do not pour more than you need. Add as needed.
- Concentrated diluted with boiled water at room temperature. Shake the makeup before mixing. Pour a measured portion into a bottle that already contains the right amount of water.
- Powdery mix with hot (+ 70 ° C) boiled water, for convenience use a thermometer. Cool the contents before feeding.
Thus, each type of mixture has its own methodpreparation. The manufacturer's instructions will help you determine the volume of the mixture. Use a measuring cup and a spatula. Attach the nipple and cap, shake well. Check the temperature of the mixture on the inside of your wrist, if it is hot, cool it with ice or a stream of water. Make sure that tap water does not get into the ring of the bottle. Do not use a microwave to warm up - uneven heat creates "hot spots" and burns the oral cavity.
How and how much to store the prepared mixture?
Store the food in a cool, dry place at a temperature not exceeding 4°C. Safe storage periods for opened (prepared) mixtures:
- ready - 2 hours;
- concentrated - 24 hours;
- powder - it is used immediately.
Do not mix the remainder with the next portion and do notfreeze baby food. Place the opened package in the refrigerator. How long you can store prepared baby formula is indicated on the package. Thus, the concentrated product is stored for no more than 48 hours. Powdered food should be used within one month. To avoid confusion, write down the opening date on the package. Store with the lid tightly closed. Do not buy dented or convex containers with mixtures. Check the expiration date on the package. Do not invent your own recipes - this will not give the child complete nutrition. Knowing the details of preparation, the nuances of mixing and how long the prepared baby formula can be stored is the responsibility of every parent. Let the baby grow and develop to your joy. Also interesting:
