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  1. www.nhs.uk › conditions › babyDrinks and cups for babies and young children - NHS

    If you choose to give these to your baby, dilute the juices and smoothies (one part juice to 10 parts water) and limit them to mealtimes. Giving fruit juice and smoothies at mealtimes (rather than between meals) helps reduce the risk of tooth decay.

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  3. www.nhs.uk › conditions › babyFormula milk: common questions - NHS

    Read more about how to make up baby formula. Can I use bottled water to make up infant formula? Bottled water is not recommended for making up infant formula feeds for your baby. This is because it's not usually sterile and may contain too much salt (sodium) or sulphate.

  4. www.nhs.uk › conditions › babyTypes of formula milk - NHS

    The usual guidelines for how to make up baby formula recommend using boiled water that has stood for no more than 30 minutes, so that the temperature is still above 70C. Some manufacturers of anti-reflux formula recommend making it up at lower temperatures than are usually recommended.

  5. www.mayoclinic.org › infant-formula › art-20045791Infant formula: 7 steps to prepare it safely - Mayo Clinic

    • Check the expiration date. Look for an expiration or "use by" date on the formula container. If the expiration date has passed, you can't be sure of the formula's quality.
    • Wash your hands. Before preparing formula, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water. Dry your hands well. Make sure the area where you'll be preparing the formula is clean.
    • Prepare your bottle. Sterilize bottles, nipples, caps and rings before using them for the first time. You can boil the bottle and accessories in water for five minutes, use a microwave steam sterilizer bag or use a stand-alone electric steam sterilizer.
    • Add water to liquid-concentrate or powdered formula. If you're using liquid-concentrate or powdered formula, you'll need to add water. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for how much water to use.

  6. www.healthychildren.org › English › ages-stagesHow to Safely Prepare Baby Formula With Water ...

    Infant formula comes in three forms: powder formula, concentrated liquid formula and ready-to-feed (non-concentrated) formula. If you use infant formula for your baby, no matter which form, be sure to follow directions closely. Formula that is diluted with too much water, for example, can cause serious health and development problems for your baby.

  7. www.webmd.com › parenting › babyWhat to Know About Water for Baby Formula - WebMD

    Jul 8, 2023 · What’s the best type of water to use for your baby’s formula? Find out how to use tap water, bottled water, and well water for your baby.

  8. www.healthline.com › health › babyWater for Formula: Which Type Should You Use? - Healthline

    Jul 8, 2020 · You can also use liquid baby formula if you are worried about too much fluoride. These ready-to-feed baby formulas have less fluoride in them than using tap or regular bottled water.

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