My understanding is that those on team "ounce an hour" feel that the child should learn to view the breast as a place to get more food, and the bottle as something that gives them less food. They want the child to spend more time on the breast, and that's why they restrict feedings from the bottle.

I tell ALL breastfeeding moms that either they provide me with enough milk to satisfy their child or they sign a release allowing me to supplement with formula. I will not and can not restrict feedings when an infant shows signs of wanting more. Breastfed babies are all over the place with what they want in a bottle. I have had 6 month olds taking 2-3 oz at a time and others taking 6-8 oz at a time. Whatever THEY want is what they get.

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