Not taking any bottle feed. As well!

Hello Breastmilk is ideal even when mother is working. Expressed breast milk (EBM) can be given when the mother is away. Hand expression or breast pump can be used. EBM can be safely stored: • Room temp (up to 25°C): 4 hours • Refrigerator (2–8°C): 3–4 days • Freezer (-18°C): Up to 6 months Label with date/time and use oldest first. Introduce Spoon Feeding of EBM or pallada Start 1–2 weeks before returning to work to get baby used to it. Let another caregiver feed the baby in mother’s absence. Maintain direct breastfeeding when mother is home (morning, night, weekends). If Breastfeeding Not Possible, A formula may be used: Preferably standard infant formula (cow’s milk-based). Avoid overfeeding. Usual intake is ~120–150 ml/kg/day. Prepare as per instructions to avoid dilution errors. Feeding Schedule: On-demand feeding every 2–3 hours, even with formula. Avoid rigid schedules – baby’s hunger cues are best guide. Workplace Tips: If possible, encourage mother to: Express milk during breaks (every 3–4 hours). Store EBM in insulated bags with ice packs. Discuss options for flexible hours or work-from-home if possible.

8-10 watery yellow stools are normal in this age group Watch for reduced urine output Overdiluted or overconcentrated formula can affect digestion. Ensure correct preparation as per instructions on the tin. If the baby is: Active, feeding well, gaining weight → Loose stools may be normal for that formula. Irritable, fussy, vomiting, not gaining weight → Further evaluation needed.

Red flags: Blood or mucus in stools Fever, vomiting Dehydration signs (less urine, dry mouth, sunken fontanelle)

Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment

Kindly consult once physically to nearby pediatrician

The baby is still at a very tender age of infancy. Firstly, at least do a routine stool examination to rule out any infection. Hope the baby has no fever and is active. Be careful for bottle sterilisation especially of the nipples. Seems the baby is going through the struggles of nipple confusion. The switching would be easier had it been done a few months later. You can do the following to ease out the situation: Hold the bottle a little more horizontal to have a more controlled flow, the nipple too should not have too fast a flow so as to mimic effort made during breastfeeding. Bottles have an easier flow Offer the bottle when the baby is really hungry Take help from your partner/ another house member to feed the baby from the bottle Offer the milk at a warm temperature mimicking the breastfeed, can wrap it in a clothing of mother to get mom’s scent As much as you can - offer EBM in the bottle Proper dilution of formula milk is important to prevent common mistakes causing diarrhea/ solute overload Above all be patient, make the experience soothing and enjoyable for the baby - music, singing, talking, engaging - need all the cooperation of the family

Stool test

If all else fails - remember baby gets all the priority - he goes back to breastfeeds!