I found this gem in my archives. It’s a video of Baby Champuru, one day old, being cup-fed by a lactation consultant in the hospital.

While waiting for mom’s milk to come in, baby usually needs to have some supplemental nutrition – and since there is a concern about nipple confusion when introducing the bottle too early, cup feeding a good alternative. The lactation consultant demonstrates the technique for using a cup (same type that is used to measure and administer medication) to feed the baby formula.

It still amazes me how much she has grown and developed in the past 11 months. Seeing this video reminds me how far we’ve come and also makes me wistful for the newborn days. But then again, I also remember the feedings every two hours and am somewhat thankful we are past that stage as well.