This Father's day...Celebrate the joy of shared feeding
Breastfeeding offers many important benefits and is recommended as the best feeding option for many families. However, bottle-feeding, using expressed breast milk, formula, or a combination, can help support breastfeeding mums. Sharing feeding responsibilities can help ease the pressure often felt by mums to ‘do it all alone’, creating a more balanced, connected experience for the entire family. At the same time, it gives dads or partners the opportunity to also experience the joy of feeding.
Whilst breastfeeding provides unique bonding experiences, bottle feeding allows dads and partners to share those special moments of connection too. From gentle eye contact and soothing cuddles to the comforting routine of winding, and the adorable contentment of a milk-drunk baby peacefully settling in a parent’s arms. This not only strengthens the bond between partner and baby: it supports the whole family by giving mum time to rest or recover.
Innovative products, such as Dr. Brown’s Options+ anti-colic bottles (RRP: from £8.25), are designed to make feeding comfortable for babies, reducing discomfort and helping soothe little tummies. These thoughtful designs make it easier for partners to share in feeding with confidence and ease. Specifically designed to reduce the amount of air swallowed during feeds, lessen gas bubbles in the stomach, and slow down food intake, which means that they can additionally help reduce the symptoms of infant colic.
Infant Colic is a common medical condition affecting many new-born babies, starting at around 2-4 weeks old. It can be distressing for baby, leading to inconsolable constant crying, clenched fists and knees being pulled up to the tummy. Understandably, it’s equally troubling for new parents watching their precious bundle of joy in pain. Originally devised by a doctor in the USA, now 92% of UK Health Professionals recommend Dr. Brown’s Options+™ bottles for the relief of colicky symptoms*.
Due to its 100% vacuum free vent system, Dr. Brown's Options+ Anti-Colic Baby Bottles are the number one choice of UK Healthcare Professionals. Available in narrow neck and wide neck designs, the clever internal system is clinically proven to reduce colic by channelling air away from baby’s feed. This creates a controlled flow that makes feeding easier and more convenient. To adjust your routine as baby’s needs change, the vent system can easily be removed when baby’s feeding problems subside. With Dr. Brown's Options+ bottles, you can ensure a smoother, and comfortable feeding experience for both you and your little one as they grow
This Father’s Day, let’s celebrate the dads and partners who are stepping up to the bottle, embracing their important role in their baby’s growth and happiness.
