(b)

1. (1) The routine use of food, bottles, and formula shall be agreed upon by the caregiver and parent.

2. (2) Instructions regarding special needs for food, bottles, and formula, such as food allergies, shall be:

   1. (A) Obtained in writing from the parent; and
   2. (B) Followed by the caregiver (see Appendix C).

(c)

1. (1) Feedings for all children up to twelve (12) months of age shall be:

   1. (A) Documented by the caregiver; and
   2. (B) Available for review by the parent.
2. (2) This documentation shall continue for all children older than twelve (12) months of age who are still being given bottles.

(f)

1. (1) Infants no longer held for feeding shall either sit in:

   1. (A) Low chairs at low tables or in infant seats with trays; or
   2. (B) High chairs with wide bases.
2. (2) Safety straps shall be used if directed by the manufacturer.

(g) Children under two (2) years of age shall not be fed foods that may cause choking, such as but not limited to:

1. (1) Hard candy;
2. (2) Raw carrots;
3. (3) Hot dogs;
4. (4) Nuts;
5. (5) Seeds; or
6. (6) Popcorn.

(h)

1. (1) Water used for the preparation of formula shall not come from the hot water supply.
2. (2) Water from hot water systems may contain high levels of lead and other substances that could be harmful to small children.

(i)

1. (1) Children shall not share the same bottle or eating utensils.

2. (2) The facility shall practice a sanitary method of cleansing:

   1. (A) Baby bottles;
   2. (B) Cups; and
   3. (C) Utensils.

(j)

1. (1) Bottles shall not be propped.
2. (2) Infants under six (6) months of age shall be held while being bottle-fed.