Feeding an infant, who is lying down, with a bottle that is propped up, may result in:

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Propping up a bottle for an infant while they are lying down can result in a number of negative consequences, including aspiration of formula (which can lead to choking or lung damage), ear infections (as formula can leak into the ear canal), and baby bottle tooth decay (which occurs when sugary formula sits in the mouth for extended periods of time, leading to tooth decay). Therefore, all of the listed answers are correct. The best choice is to hold the bottle and feed the infant while they are in an upright position.

Feeding an Infant, Who Is Lying Down, with a Bottle