How do I go about getting a 5 month old to drink his formula?

Answer by  snessia (991)

First, make sure he is fairly hungry, but not starving. If possible have someone other than mom give the bottle. If still having trouble, trying switching formulas.

Answer by  Roland27 (16334)

If he isn't drinking it maybe it's because he doesn't like his formula. Try switching his formula to see if that is the problem. If it's not you should contact your infants doctor to see if there is a problem.

Answer by  amber33 (1941)

A good way is to mix the formula with some baby cereal and feed it to them and then give them formula in a bottle as a drink.

Answer by  Rose (6804)

If you are just now intorducing formula to your five month old you may need to mix the formula with breast milk so that she has the same sweet taste. Try half and half at first and then gradualy go down to where she is getting 100% formula.

Answer by  kgrim (510)

They generally take in about 30-40ounces a day. A bottle about every 4 hours. Keep your infant entertained until you KNOW they are really hungry.