Transitioning a breastfed baby to a bottle can be a slow process. It is often most effective to have a caregiver other than the breastfeeding mother offer the bottle, as the baby may prefer the breast when the mother is in sight. Use a slow-flow, breast-mimicking nipple and practice paced bottle feeding. If the baby continues to resist, do not force the bottle to avoid creating a negative association; consider introducing a sipper cup or spoon as an alternative.