COVID-19 and bottle feeding
If you have COVID-19 or think you might, wash your hands for at least 20 seconds before touching your baby.
When you're feeding your baby, try to avoid coughing or sneezing on them.
Expressing breast milk
If you're expressing your breast milk, always wash your hands before handling your breast pump and bottles.
Have a look at our guide to expressing breast milk for advice and tips.
Sterilising bottle feeding equipment
If you are bottle feeding with formula or expressed milk, sterilise the equipment carefully before each use.
Never share your bottles or breast pump with anyone else.
Have a look at our guide to sterilising equipment for advice and tips.
Making up formula feeds
When making formula feeds, carefully follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Use the correct amount of formula and water – ensuring the water is hot enough (at least 70C) to kill any germs in the powder.
Have a look at our guide to making up a feed for advice and tips.
Sign up for emails
Our emails include NHS trusted advice and support, tailored to your stage of pregnancy or baby's age.
