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. Author manuscript; available in PMC: 2015 Jul 23.
Published in final edited form as: Hisp Health Care Int. 2002;1(2):91–96.

TABLE 1. Key Messages for “Un Bebe Saludable: Un Regalo Muy Especial”.

“Un Bebe Saludable: Un Regalo Muy Especial” Key Messages
  • Prolong breastfeeding.

  • Respond to baby's signals of hunger and fullness.

  • Feed only breast milk, formula, or plain water in your baby's bottle.

  • Avoid using sweeteners in the baby's bottle.

  • Avoid putting the baby to bed with a bottle.

  • Avoid the use of sweeteners on the baby's pacifier.

  • Introduce solid foods (including cereal) when your baby is four to six months of age

  • Feed breast milk or formula rather than cow's milk until the baby is 12 months of age

  • Discard any breast milk or formula left in your baby's bottle after feeding.

  • Avoid adding sweeteners, fats, and salt to your baby's food.

  • Follow your health care provider's advice on immunizing your baby.