How to make up formula milk

You should be shown how to sterilise equipment make up and give a feed before you leave hospital. If you are not shown please ask. 

• Make up feeds, 1 at a time, as your baby needs them. 
• Always use boiled water of at least 70C - infant formula is not a sterile product and may contain bacteria. Using water at a temperature of 70C will kill any harmful bacteria that may be present. 
• Always put the water into the bottle first
• Follow the manufacturers' instructions as to how much water and powder to use. Do not add extra milk powder when making up the feed as this can make your baby ill. 

Bottled water is not recommended to make up feeds as it is not sterile and may contain too much salt.