When to switch nipples?

KFCupcake

Andy is playing on the bottle nipple, chewing on it and gets frustrated.  Is it time to change to a faster flow nipple?  We use Dr Brown bottles, still on level 1 nipples. 

PinkPeony6210

It might be time to switch, especially if he's getting frustrated. 

ETA: I tried switching Kate a few weeks ago, but she was drinking too fast, which caused her to have painful gas. 

DragonflyBelle

Yes, get some Stage 2s.

PhotogTaker

yep switch!! I switched Andrew to size 2's last week, we also use Dr Browns. He drank his whole 4oz bottle in less than 5 minutes!!

katieh1017

We use Dr browns too and switched L last week. She was taking forever to drink the bottle and was sucking so hard she was falling asleep. She's doing good on them. Give it a try! 

lauranicole91

I don't remember "how" KFC feeds Andy, but I thought if you wanted to continue nursing that switching to level 2's could hinder their ability/want to nurse.

Please correct me if I am wrong though. I'm sure my DH would love to switch DD to level 2's and not have bottle feedings last 15-20mins. 

CPhillz

Thats how Camden was acting on the bottle, so I switched to the level 2's and now it takes less than 10 mins to eat, and he drinks the whole thing and rarely plays on it. I'd say switch!

KFCupcake

Thanks girls!  I went and picked up some Level 2's, and he was asleep in no time flat!  I've been having some problems with him nursing, he really wants no part of it anymore except for MOTN feedings.  I've been pumping a lot more and doing the formula supplementing.  He's been eating 8 ounce bottles twice a day (first and last) with about another 12-16 ounces during the day.  Hopefully this makes feedings a bit quicker.  My little piglet!