Mothers who cannot breastfeed their babies often become frightened about the supposed negative effects of bottle feeding. Which of the claims about bottle feeding are true?
Dr. Angelique
Claim No. 1: Artificial feeding interferes with the formation of an emotional bond between mother and baby It does not matter for the mother-child relationship whether the baby drinks breast milk or formula, as long as the mother is not distracted, concentrates on the baby, and surrounds the baby with attention and care during the breastfeeding process.
Claim No. 2: The immunity of formula babies is weakened A baby's immunity depends more on genetics, living conditions, hygiene, and more. Of course, while the baby is suckling, ===he or she gets immunoglobulins with the mother's milk, which strengthen the immune system and help to resist viruses. But when the baby stops breastfeeding, his or her body will have to adapt to the new conditions and an active form of the immune system ...
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