The critical period of a baby’s growth and development is accompanied by rapid development of vision and intelligence, during which unusual situations may arise. Mothers need to carefully observe their baby’s behavior to understand their growth status in a timely manner. Regarding the issue of a three-month-old baby refusing to use a bottle, the following are some discussions.
Some babies find it difficult to adapt to the bottle, mainly due to the differences in texture compared to their mother’s**. The** experience provided by the mother is a soft and comfortable sucking experience, while silicone nipples are different, making the baby feel less natural and thus generating resistance.
When faced with a baby unwilling to accept the bottle, parents should not be impatient; forcing it will only exacerbate the baby’s displeasure. The correct approach is to gradually guide the baby to adapt to bottle feeding. Initially, a bottle feeding can be scheduled once a day, then gradually increase to twice a day after a week. As the frequency increases gently, the baby will gradually get used to and accept the bottle, reducing feelings of rejection.
Additionally, before each breastfeeding session, parents can try letting the baby suck on the bottle themselves. If the baby continues to show dislike, parents might consider changing strategies to attract the baby’s interest in the bottle, such as using novelty to catch the baby’s attention. It is important to know that many babies encounter difficulties when starting to use a bottle, so it is essential to provide sufficient patience and time.
In daily care, ensuring the baby’s health and safety is crucial. For three-month-old infants, it is recommended to avoid using sippy cups to prevent affecting oral health, and appropriate introduction of complementary foods as a nutritional supplement can be considered. As parents, continuously paying attention to and valuing these issues is vital for the baby’s growth.
