Infant feeding

It is important for all mothers to be aware of the processes for sterilising equipment irrespective of their feeding choice. Mothers who choose to breastfeed need information about expressing and storing breast milk.

Mothers who choose to formula feed their baby will need guidance on correct preparation and making up of a feed. Storage of breast milk

Weaning

Remember to apply food hygiene and safety principles for babies being weaned.

Expressing and storing breast milk

Please view the following PDF leaflet from The Breastfeeding Network:

Expressing and Storing Breast Milk

Preparation of formula feeds

Please view the following PDF leaflet from The Baby Friendly Initiative on preparation of formula feeds and sterilising baby feeding equipment Sterilising baby feeding equipment.