本帖最後由 mythox 於 2012-2-15 18:34 編輯
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Phase 1. Skip the morning or mid-day feeding. Generally, the first feeding a baby will begin ignoring is the morning. He is so excited to get out of the cage and conquer the world, that he will show no interest in formula or solid food. A few more passive babies will start refusing the afternoon feeding first.
As the baby runs out of energy after skipping the morning feeding, he will begin to get very hungry. Since he has already been consuming small quantities of adult food on his own, he may eat a little today. It is more likely that he will not eat much this first day.
Never skip the last feeding of the day. Healthy active babies will expend a lot of energy and be exhausted and very hungry in the evening. Night is also a period when the baby cannot eat on his own so we want him to have a full crop of formula.
Phase 2. Try to feed all three feedings so the baby will regain any strength lost from missing a feeding the day before.
Phase 3. Repeat phase one and two for a while. At this point you will be watching the feces for any changes in color and texture. Feces from the formula will be very consistent while solid food will cause variance in color and texture. You can sometimes detect food in the crop by feeling for food particles.
Phase 4. During this phase the baby will start to skip the mid-day feeding. You can also begin reducing the amount of formula for the morning and mid-day feedings. Alternate between skipping feedings and the amount fed at each feeding. As an observant parent, you will be watching to see if your baby has an off day that may require him to need more formula, feedings and/or nurturing.
Phase 5. Begin assessing the weight loss or gain and the stools to determine if he is beginning to consume more on his own. This will take a few days because there will be lots of variation in the activity level from day to day.
Extreme situations develop periodically that make it more difficult to determine if your baby is eating. A baby that will be naturally thin as an adult may be able to get enough energy from one large feeding in the evening with just a small amount of solid food. A naturally heavy adult may be very hungry and need three feedings each day for an extended period.
Important: A good rule of thumb is, if a baby looks healthy, is active, eats, and poops, then he is most likely doing just fine. If a veterinarian tries to tell you differently because the baby is not following the normal weaning program, make him prove there is something wrong before you change things or medicate the baby.
Phase 6. The evening feeding is the last to go. Some very independent babies will wean very early while others can take months. I generally begin skipping the evening feeding on the days when I am not home or too tired. If you feel you have skipped the evening feeding and should not have, try offering formula early in the morning. If the baby is very hungry, he still needs the evening feeding.
As you begin skipping the evening feeding on a regular basis, use the morning feeding test to ensure he is eating enough. In the morning, do not feed right away, giving the baby time to eat on his own.
Phase 7. If your baby is not eating enough food on his own yet, you can repeat any of the phases as necessary. The baby will tell you if you are feeding too much by refusing the formula.
Important: For at least one month after weaning, inexperienced hand feeders should weigh the baby every few days. Sometimes an active or sick baby will not eating enough and you will need to add a few night feedings. In this situation, you are not considering total weight loss or gain but looking for quick changes. This is a time of many new experiences in your baby's life. Too much stress from over stimulation (too much partying) could run him down, causing a lack of appetite. An unexpected illness can cause the same problem and this will also show up as a more abrupt weight loss.
Important: Any time a young weaned parrot changes homes, it should be offered formula for a few days. Even a baby that is completely independent with high self-esteem will benefit from the nurturing component of handfeeding.
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