Fast Flow Bottle

[Jennifer13]

The slower flow is often better for bfing babies as it encourages them to work harder for the milk, same as they would on the breast. The faster flowing teats tend to 'pour' the milk into baby's mouth, giving them not much option but to swallow quickly! If you are still bfing it's probably better she has to work harder for the EBM in the bottle so that she doesn't get frustrated back on the breast. How long does she take to finish a bf? You might be able to find a happy medium that seems to take her about the same time as a normal bf.

[Manhattan]

Thanks for your input RCC and MissK

Jennifer - thanks for your help once again, u must be sick of my bf questions by now DDs time at the breast varies. Generally her first and last feeds of the day take about 30-40 mins, and during the day about 15-20 minutes (there's so much to see and do!). I had a quick look at some teats whilst I was in Target yesterday, and on the Avent ones, it actually only recommends the number 1 and 2 teats for breastfed babies, so that is in line with what you are saying about how quickly they get the milk. I dont want her to like the bottle more than my boobies, so I will stick with what I've got for now.

Thanks again all x

[Jennifer13]

My goodness, Manhattan - you should have seen some of the qns I had to ask! After 4 years, I've covered a lot of ground. I still had questions at 2 years!

Now you just have to teach your DH to be more patient when it takes longer to feed your DD at the bottle. I recommend the remote control and a comfy chair!