Why quit bottles
1. Affect appearance
The impact of too long use of feeding bottles on the face is a problem that many parents ignore. The fluid on the inside of the bottle shapes the mouth through the pressure of the lips and teeth, and long-term use can lead to dysplasia of the mouth, causing changes in the facial bones, which in turn affects the appearance.
2. Language barrier
The language development problems that may result from the use of feeding bottles for too long also need to be paid attention to by parents. When drinking from a bottle, the range of movement of the mouth is small, and the coordination of the tongue and lips is not fully developed, which can easily lead to language disorders such as stuttering and oral muscle dysfunction.
Ways to wean yourself from bottles
1. Gradually reduce the use
Gradually reducing the amount of bottles used is an effective way to help your baby gradually adapt to other ways of drinking. Parents can start by reducing the number of bottles and gradually transition to other ways of eating to gradually reduce their baby's dependence on bottles.
2. Transition to other ways of drinking water
After your baby quits bottles, he or she needs to transition to other ways of drinking, a process that takes time and patience. Parents can choose a cup or straw suitable for the baby's age, let the baby try it gradually, and slowly give up the bottle.
3. Encourage the use of cups or straws
Encouraging your baby to drink from a cup or straw is an effective way to do this. Parents can provide their babies with some cups or straws suitable for their use, so that they can feel the fun and convenience of new ways of drinking water, and gradually develop the Xi of using cups or straws.
Quitting the bottle is not only the pursuit of beauty, but also a good foundation for the health and development of the baby. Parents should pay attention to the right time and take the right methods to help the baby quit the bottle smoothly and promote the healthy growth of his facial and language development. Only in this way can our baby have a healthy appearance and good language skills.