A–Z Glossary

Overfeeding

Overfeeding occurs when an infant consumes more milk than needed, often because fullness cues are overridden or milk continues flowing.

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Common feeding gear mistakes

Common feeding gear mistakes

Treating feeding gear as a substitute for supervision One of the most consequential mistakes is using equipment to keep a baby feeding without an attentive adult present. Bottle propping, in which a bottle is wedged against a pillow, blanket, or another object, prevents the caregiver from responding promptly if the infant coughs, chokes, vomits, becomes […]