Feeding method of test tube infants for 40 days
IVF babies are bred in the laboratory through assisted reproductive technology. Their birth needs more careful care and care than ordinary babies. In the first 40 days after the birth of test tube babies, their nutrition intake is particularly important. The following will elaborate on the 40 day feeding method of test tube infants from four aspects: breast feeding, formula feeding, complementary food addition and vitamin supplementation.
breast-feeding
Breast milk is one of the most ideal foods for test tube babies. It contains rich antibodies and nutrients, and plays an important role in the immune system and intellectual development of infants. In the first few days after the birth of a test tube baby, the colostrum contained in human milk can provide enough nutrition and antibodies, so it is recommended that the baby be breastfed as much as possible within 40 days. For mothers whose breast milk is insufficient or unable to breastfeed, try some methods to increase the secretion of milk, such as drinking more water, taking proper rest and stimulating the breast by massaging the breast.
Breastfeeding should be carried out according to the needs of infants. Generally speaking, 40 day test tube infants need to be fed 8-12 times a day, and the time of each feeding is about 20-40 minutes. At the same time, mothers should also pay attention to their own diet and avoid consuming stimulating foods and drinks, such as coffee, pepper, etc., so as not to affect the baby's digestive system.
Formula feeding
If mothers are unable to breastfeed or need to supplement nutrition, formula is a good substitute. It is very important to select the formula suitable for IVF and prepare it correctly. Milk powder recommended by reputable hospitals or brands should be selected, and the proportion in the product manual should be followed when preparing milk powder. At the same time, pay attention to keeping baby bottles clean and disinfected.
The formula proportion of milk powder will also change according to the increasing age of test tube babies. At the age of 40 days, infants will generally gradually increase the amount of milk powder prepared each time and reduce the number of feeding times. Consult your doctor or IVF specialist for the specific amount and frequency of feeding.
Add complementary food
Test tube babies begin to develop the ability to chew and swallow slowly in about 40 days, which is an important sign of adding complementary food. When adding complementary foods to IVF, it is necessary to choose easily digestible and hypoallergenic food materials, such as rice flour, ground fruits and vegetables and suitable meat. At the beginning of adding complementary foods to test tube babies, a small amount should be used mainly to observe whether the baby has allergic reactions or dyspepsia and other problems.
The best time to add complementary food is when the baby is 4 months old, but the needs of each baby may be different, so it is best to consult a professional doctor or test tube baby nutritionist before adding complementary food.
Vitamin supplement
Compared with babies born naturally, the nutritional requirements of IVF are sometimes more special. In order to meet these needs, extra vitamins and minerals are sometimes needed. For example, vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption and bone development. However, the vitamin D content in human milk is limited, so in 40 day old test tube infants, additional vitamin D may be needed.
The specific dose and time of vitamin and mineral supplementation should refer to the recommendations of IVF experts or follow the guidance of doctors.
summary
During the feeding process of test tube babies in the first 40 days, special attention should be paid to breastfeeding, formula feeding, supplement of complementary foods and vitamins. Breastfeeding is the most ideal way of feeding, but if it is impossible to breastfeed, the formula suitable for test tube infants should be selected. With the development of infants, it is necessary to add complementary food at the right time, but attention should be paid to the selection of food materials and the control of the quantity. The supplementation of vitamins and minerals can be carried out according to the specific needs of infants. It should be noted that it is very important to consult with professional doctors or IVF experts during IVF feeding.
