For Parents

In this section, you will find important information for parents on infant feeding and nutrition including a video series on safely preparing baby formula.

Infant Formula Education Video Series

Safely Preparing a Baby Bottle

Barbara Dehn, RN -- womens health nurse practitioner and author of "Your Personal Guide to Breastfeeding" -- discusses how to safely prepare a baby formula bottle. Nurse Barb and other practitioners agree that breastfeeding is best, as it...

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Safely storing baby formula, guidelines on infant feeding

Author of "Your Personal Guide to Breastfeeding" Barbara Dehn, RN provides guidelines on how to store baby formula prepared from powder and concentrate. When it comes to providing nutrients and other health benefits, breast milk is...

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For Parents Feature

Dr. Lillian Beard’s Guidelines for Healthy Infant Feeding

Learn to follow your baby's feeding cues. Whether breast or bottle feeding, if your baby pushes the breast or bottle away, he/she is probably full and should not be encouraged to continue eating.

Bottle Prep Safety Guidelines

Proper preparation of your baby’s formula is very important. Please remember to read and carefully follow the instructions on the infant formula label. Below are important steps to remember when feeding your baby.

The information contained within this section is intended for individuals in the United States. Individuals residing in other countries should consult with their child's healthcare provider or seek country-specific websites regarding their country's infant feeding and nutrition practices and guidelines.