re: Bottle/Formula Feeding

ive been breastfeeding since my son was born (5 weeks) and im having to switch to formula,
so im wondering what formula is the easiest transition from breastmilk?
also, is it okay to try different types of formula?

Quoting kacixoxo*love my jace*:“ ive been breastfeeding since my son was born (5 weeks) and im having to switch to formula, so im wondering ... [snip!] ... so im wondering what formula is the easiest transition from breastmilk? also, is it okay to try different types of formula?”

I have to switch to formula soon as well. My pediatrician said it didnt' really matter which formula to use. I'm torn between the Parent's Choice Organic and Nestle Good Start.
I do know that once you pick a formula, as long as the baby will take it yuo should stick with that formula. If you need to switch to another one, yuo should do so slowly and gradually.

Quoting MummyTummy:“ I have to switch to formula soon as well. My pediatrician said it didnt' really matter which formula ... [snip!] ... will take it yuo should stick with that formula. If you need to switch to another one, yuo should do so slowly and gradually.”

yeah, i think im gona go with nestle good start gentle plus someone told me its a good one for weaning from breastmilk,,
im still sad about not breastfeeding though   i feel like a failure...

Quoting kacixoxo*love my jace*:“ yeah, i think im gona go with nestle good start gentle plus someone told me its a good one for weaning from breastmilk,, im still sad about not breastfeeding though   i feel like a failure...”

I went through the same thing. Don't feel like a failure! You tried. Your baby will be fine. My son was breastfed for three weeks and a few days. He is a very healthy guy on formula. I beat myself up for not feeding longer from the breast longer but it was the best decision for me and my baby. My son is on Simalac Sensitive (orange label). Please just don't feel like a failure and don't let anyone make you feel that way. You are making the choice that will be best for the both of you.

Quoting kacixoxo*love my jace*:“ yeah, i think im gona go with nestle good start gentle plus someone told me its a good one for weaning from breastmilk,, im still sad about not breastfeeding though   i feel like a failure...”

Oh by the way your son was born on my birthday! He is sooo cute.

i have a question. my baby is on similac advanced with iron
he eats 2 oz every 2-3 hours
he is 2 months i dont think he eats enough

the thing is he doesnt poop everyday
he cries like it hurts him
but then for the past week or so
he has been having diarraiah
(i havent made a appt for his pedi, because he has an appt on wed)

i dont know if its the formula or what?
anybody else have this problem, what should i do

oh yeah im using the playtex ventaires

Quoting Karla & Adrian:“ i have a question. my baby is on similac advanced with iron he eats 2 oz every 2-3 hours he is 2 months ... [snip!] ... because he has an appt on wed) i dont know if its the formula or what? anybody else have this problem, what should i do”

Maybe you should try the similac sensitive, and we use the ventairs I love them.

How many ounces should 2 month old be eating in a 24 hour period???

My DD will be 2 months on the 9th and she sleeps SO much I'm concerned she's not eating enough... from 8am to 8pm she's had 19 ounces, and will probably have another 2 or 3 before she goes to bed for the night, but she's sleeping anywhere from 9-12 hours a night. Is 20 ounces enough in 24 hours?? (I guess if she wakes up by 8am, she'll have another 5 ounces...)

Quoting kacixoxo*love my jace*:“ yeah, i think im gona go with nestle good start gentle plus someone told me its a good one for weaning from breastmilk,, im still sad about not breastfeeding though   i feel like a failure...”

i went through that also, but am feeling better about it! try skin on skin contact while bottle feeding! it helps alot!

Quoting Scarlett's iTaLiAn Mama:“ How many ounces should 2 month old be eating in a 24 hour period??? My DD will be 2 months on the 9th ... [snip!] ... from 9-12 hours a night. Is 20 ounces enough in 24 hours?? (I guess if she wakes up by 8am, she'll have another 5 ounces...)”

thats about what my doc said is normal for a 1-2 month old baby. no worries!

Quoting NOAH MICHAEL 6/5/09☼:“ thats about what my doc said is normal for a 1-2 month old baby. no worries!”

ok awesome!! thank you! Her 2 month check up is friday but I just wanted to know going into it if her doc thought she needed more.

i just realized how silly that sounds, i mean I was wanted to know going into her appt if her doctor might ask me to wake her up for an extra feeding...

Quoting kacixoxo*love my jace*:“ yeah, i think im gona go with nestle good start gentle plus someone told me its a good one for weaning from breastmilk,, im still sad about not breastfeeding though   i feel like a failure...”

You are no failure!!!! I know it is hard not to feel that way though. I have to stop BFing in 2 weeks (because I go back on a medication that I HAVE to be on). I've known since before I got pregnant that I would probably not be able to BF at all. I am happy I got two months, but I am starting to cry because I know I will have to stop soon. I will miss it a lot. But having a healthy mom around is more important, and formula will work just fine.

Quoting MummyTummy:“ You are no failure!!!! I know it is hard not to feel that way though. I have to stop BFing in 2 weeks ... [snip!] ... have to stop soon. I will miss it a lot. But having a healthy mom around is more important, and formula will work just fine.”

yeah, i know what you mean..
so far ive had 2 breast infections and a split open nipple  
im also having to pump and feed him because of the split nipple it hurts too bad for him to latch on. but my milk supply has almost completely gone away for some reason  
plus he seems like he isnt taking to my milk very well,
he spits up a ton and is really fussy most of the time he is awake so im thinking of starting him on soy formula to see if its the dairy thats causing the problem