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mixing formula

KathlovesTimKathlovesTim
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Last night, we gave DD formula for the first time because my supply's been so low at night that she and I are both getting frustrated. So - stupid question about formula bottles from a newbie - is it worth getting some kind of mixer thing to mix the water and formula? Or is it just as easy to stir it? Last night I must've done kind of  a crappy job - there was some scmutz in the bottom of the bottle...

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Re: mixing formula

  • PharmDmom2bePharmDmom2be member
    They're only like 4 dollars, and I personally felt it was worth it. 
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  • clee2009clee2009 member
    I usually just put the lid on the bottle and shake it. I don't have any problems with that. I thought about premixing but then I would feel I needed to warm the bottles (right now DD takes the bottle at room temp).
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  • IU_babyIU_baby member
    We just shake it really well to mix it and we've never had a problem.  I wait for the bubbles to settle before feeding.
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  • lewis514lewis514

    I just mix it in the bottle and shake. I find it's better to put the water in first and then the powder to prevent the stuff at the bottom. Sometimes, I put half the water, then formula, rest of water and mix. Both ways work for me. If I make a bunch of bottle for the day, I use the bottle warmer to bring it back to room temp.

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  • VAannieVAannie
    If you're going to make larger batches of formula, Dr. Brown's formula pitcher works great. ?Many fewer bubbles created while mixing and easier to store in the fridge as well.
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  • lona.hunn@gmail.comlona.hunn@gmail.com

    I do not like shaking for some reason. I always end up with clumps no matter how much I do it. I think the Neosure is extra clumpy for some reason. But anyhoo, I have a big Tupperware measuring picture with a lid and it has a nice pointy spout( like for pouring pancakes) and I measure out 15 scoops of formula and add 30oz of water, stir really well and viola! Nice smooth, creamy, milky stuff..

    DS likes his formula stired, not shaken....Wink

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  • NHGirl04NHGirl04 member
    I just put it in the bottle and use a wisk to mix it. I don't like to shake it as it creates way to many bubbles.  You can also add some gas drops to get rid of bubbles!
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  • LGMHRSLGMHRS

    water + formula and shake...I never have any clumps or problems mixing it.

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