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Bottle Feeding Directory
Whether you use breast milk or formula, bottle feeding comes with many decisions: Should you bottle feed exclusively, what formula is best for your baby, what type of bottles and nipples should you use, and so many more. Don't worry, you don't have to make these important decisions alone. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about bottle feeding, how to do it, and much more.
Medical Reference
Breast Versus Bottle for Your Baby
Here's help deciding if you should breastfeed your baby or bottle feed with formula.
What Is Baby Bottle Tooth Decay?
Baby bottle tooth decay refers to decay in an infant's teeth associated with what the baby drinks. Find out more.
Should You Sterilize Your Baby's Bottles?
Should parents still sterilize baby bottles? Don't bother. WebMD tells you why.
Color Changes in Your Baby's Bowel Movements
Are your baby's bowel movements normal? Find out about how diet changes can affect an infant's stool color and consistency.
Features
Tips on Weaning Your Baby From Breastfeeding to the Bottle
Weaning your baby can be a traumatic experience. Here's how to know when it's time to stop nursing.
A Mother's Dilemma
Formula isn't the only remedy for new mothers who don't make enough breast milk.
The Formula Conundrum
Parents may have trouble deciding which formula to feed their baby.
The Right Formula?
Parents debate what kind of milk is best to put in baby's bottle.
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Baby Bottle and Formula Problems
How much formula does a baby need? What are some typical bottle frustrations? We offer guidance, step by step.
Choosing an Infant Formula
Finding the right formula for your baby doesn’t have to be complicated. We help sift through the selections step by step.
Choosing Baby Bottles and Nipples
Rounding up appropriate supplies before bottle feeding a baby is essential. We help with the selection, care, and cleaning.
Baby Bottle Basics
How to choose and take care of your feeding supplies.
Slideshows & Images
Slideshow: What to Feed Your Baby in Year 1
Slideshow: Bottle Feeding Your Baby
Do you need to warm a bottle? What's the best way to burp your baby? Find out what you need to know about bottle feeding and infant formula.
Baby Feeding Problems
Baby won't eat? From teething to pickiness, see what could be causing your baby's feeding problems. Learn what's normal, how to cope, and when to seek help.
Slideshow: Baby Feeding Problems