How do I introduce the bottle to my breastfed baby?

Postnatal, Your questions

Marie, I have always breastfed my baby. He’s three months old and is categoric – he doesn’t want the bottle! We’ve tried many things, but nothing works. Do you have any ideas of things we can try?

Amélie


This happens with a lot of babies. They decide what they want! There are things you can try to help the situation, but mom and dad first have to be ready to be firm and coherent both today and tomorrow. For practical advice, see my article Is your baby refusing the bottle?

Talk soon,

Marie

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