1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:04,560 Parenting means doing what is best for you and your baby. 2 00:00:04,560 --> 00:00:07,880 Expecting parents should know about cronobacter, germs 3 00:00:07,880 --> 00:00:09,880 that exist in the environment. 4 00:00:09,880 --> 00:00:13,800 Although rare, cronobacter can cause very severe illness 5 00:00:13,800 --> 00:00:16,320 and even death in babies, especially 6 00:00:16,320 --> 00:00:18,420 babies who are less than 2 months old, 7 00:00:18,420 --> 00:00:22,520 were born prematurely, or have a weakened immune system. 8 00:00:22,520 --> 00:00:25,480 Powdered infant formula that isn't prepared or stored 9 00:00:25,480 --> 00:00:29,160 properly could put the health of your baby at risk. 10 00:00:29,160 --> 00:00:33,000 Learning the basics of care helps ensure a healthier baby. 11 00:00:33,000 --> 00:00:35,680 Ready to feed formula is the safest formula 12 00:00:35,680 --> 00:00:37,720 to feed high-risk infants. 13 00:00:37,720 --> 00:00:39,840 But if that's not available, here 14 00:00:39,840 --> 00:00:42,000 are steps you can take to reduce risk 15 00:00:42,000 --> 00:00:45,240 from powdered infant formula. 16 00:00:45,240 --> 00:00:48,040 Clean countertops with hot, soapy water 17 00:00:48,040 --> 00:00:51,160 or sanitize using a disinfectant wipe. 18 00:00:51,160 --> 00:00:53,980 To protect your baby from germs like cronobacter, 19 00:00:53,980 --> 00:00:55,860 wash your hands thoroughly. 20 00:00:55,860 --> 00:00:59,720 Cronobacter germs can hide in the environment in plain sight, 21 00:00:59,720 --> 00:01:04,000 on kitchen counters, faucet handles, and of course, 22 00:01:04,000 --> 00:01:05,600 your hands. 23 00:01:05,600 --> 00:01:09,520 To prepare the formula, begin by boiling water. 24 00:01:09,520 --> 00:01:12,980 After the water boils, wait about 5 minutes, 25 00:01:12,980 --> 00:01:15,920 then add the correct amount of water to the bottle 26 00:01:15,920 --> 00:01:18,400 before mixing it with the formula. 27 00:01:18,400 --> 00:01:21,850 This temperature will likely kill any harmful bacteria 28 00:01:21,850 --> 00:01:24,690 that may be present in your powdered formula. 29 00:01:24,690 --> 00:01:28,890 Always measure the water first, and then add the infant formula 30 00:01:28,890 --> 00:01:29,730 powder. 31 00:01:29,730 --> 00:01:33,450 When making your formula, return the scoop to its container right 32 00:01:33,450 --> 00:01:36,090 after using it so it doesn't get contaminated 33 00:01:36,090 --> 00:01:39,170 by germs on nearby surfaces. 34 00:01:39,170 --> 00:01:43,130 Shake infant formula in the bottle to mix. 35 00:01:43,130 --> 00:01:46,330 Before feeding your baby, test the formulas temperature 36 00:01:46,330 --> 00:01:49,290 by putting a few drops on your wrist. 37 00:01:49,290 --> 00:01:54,130 After the formula is prepared, safe and timely storage is key. 38 00:01:54,130 --> 00:01:58,730 Use prepared formula within 1 hour from when feeding begins. 39 00:01:58,730 --> 00:02:01,430 If you are storing formula to feed later, 40 00:02:01,430 --> 00:02:04,210 it should be refrigerated within 2 hours 41 00:02:04,210 --> 00:02:07,810 and used within 24 hours. 42 00:02:07,810 --> 00:02:10,090 For moms who are pumping, it's also 43 00:02:10,090 --> 00:02:12,930 critical to properly clean breast pump equipment 44 00:02:12,930 --> 00:02:17,130 after each use to help prevent contamination with germs. 45 00:02:17,130 --> 00:02:20,850 You can clean pump parts in a dishwasher or by hand. 46 00:02:20,850 --> 00:02:24,770 If you wash by hand, make sure to use a wash container that's 47 00:02:24,770 --> 00:02:28,810 only used to clean the pump kit and infant feeding items. 48 00:02:28,810 --> 00:02:30,850 Minimize your baby's risk of illness 49 00:02:30,850 --> 00:02:33,650 by following these safety steps. 50 00:02:33,650 --> 00:02:37,130 For more information, visit CDC's cronobacter and infants 51 00:02:37,130 --> 00:02:37,630 page. 52 00:02:37,630 --> 00:02:40,680 [MUSIC PLAYING] 53 00:02:40,680 --> 00:02:42,000国产精品久久久久久一级毛片