Feeding neonates by cup: A systematic review of the literature
WEBWe identified 28 original research articles on cup feeding in newborn infants. All studies were initiated after birth in a hospital setting. Neonatal cup feeding appears to be physiologically safe though intake may be less and spillage greater relative to …
WEBMay 31, 2024 · Cup feeding is an alternative way to feed infants when they are unable to feed directly at the breast and when infant feeding items cannot be cleaned properly. Cup feeding can be used with babies of all ages and is also safe for premature and many ill …
Feeding Neonates by Cup: A Systematic Review of the Literature
WEBAug 6, 2020 · Objective WHO and UNICEF recommend cup feeding for neonates unable to breastfeed in low-resource settings. In developed countries, cup feeding in lieu of bottle feeding in the neonatal period is hypothesized to improve breastfeeding outcomes for those initially unable to breastfeed.
WEBCup feeding can be used for babies whose parents wish their baby primarily to breastfeed, but who on occasion need an alternative method. A Cochrane review of cup feeding demonstrated a statistically significant improvement in the number of babies leaving hospital exclusively breastfeeding when cup fed (Flint et al 2007).
Clinicians guide for cue‐based transition to oral feeding in …
WEBMar 2, 2017 · Cue‐based feeding of preterm infants requires care providers who are trained in and sensitive to infant cues, to ensure optimal feeding success. An easy‐to‐use clinical guideline is presented for implementation by multidisciplinary team members.
Cup feeding versus other forms of supplemental enteral feeding …
WEBAug 31, 2016 · Cup feeding is gaining increased use as an alternative feeding method in neonatal and maternity units for preterm and term infants who are unable to fully breastfeed . It is argued that because cup feeding only requires the infant to 'lap' the milk and then coordinate swallowing and breathing, infants can be fed using a cup from as early as 30 ...
Nutrition and Fluids in the NICU - Stanford Medicine Children's …
WEBCup or spoon feedings. Some NICUs use soft flexible feeding cups or shallow feeding spoons instead of bottles for babies who are learning to breastfeed. Nipple feedings. Feeding practice from breast or bottle can begin as soon as …
Cup Feeding a Newborn - Breastfeeding Support
WEBJan 22, 2021 · 186. Cup feeding is an alternative to bottle feeding if a baby can’t latch to the breast and needs to be given some milk. It can also be used for supplementing a baby who is not getting enough milk or for a baby who is separated from his mother for a while.
Cup feeding: an alternative to bottle feeding in a neonatal intensive ...
WEBTo demonstrate the possibility and utility of cup feeding, records of 59 preterm and low birthweight babies (born before 37 weeks' gestation) admitted to a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) from May 1995 to April 1996 were analyzed.
Cup Feeding as a Supplemental, Alternative Feeding Method
WEBOct 16, 2018 · The potential for cup feeding as an alternative to bottle-feeding for breast fed preterm infants is positively supported by these results It is fundamentally important for NICU professionals to establish a protocol, education and training for the potential use of this feeding method for this vulnerable population.