Some children start drinking formula from a young age, while others drink it after weaning. Regardless of which type of formula, parents should be careful not to let their children drink it for too long, otherwise it will make them sick and have no nutritional effect. So how long should children's milk powder not be consumed?
Regardless of the brand of milk powder, it should not be stored for more than 2 hours after preparation. If the child has not consumed it, although it can be stored in the refrigerator, it cannot exceed 24 hours. If a child drinks a portion and still hasn't finished it, they should finish it within one hour. If it exceeds the time, they should discard it.
When preparing milk powder, it is important to pay attention to the appropriate water temperature. Too hot water can cause the loss of nutrients in the formula, while too cold water cannot flush the formula. Therefore, it is best for parents to try using their hands to flush the formula, as long as it is not too hot. And when putting milk powder into the bottle, follow the instructions, otherwise it may cause constipation or diarrhea in the child.
After the child finishes drinking the milk powder, it should be rinsed, otherwise it cannot be cleaned. After the child goes to bed, parents should disinfect the bottle to facilitate the child's reuse. In addition, pacifiers should be replaced regularly because the model of pacifier is different at each stage. If you keep using one, it will affect the child's milk intake and thus affect their physical development.
