Before the invention of formula, mothers utilized various methods to feed their infants, with wet nursing being the most common practice for centuries. Wet nurses, often hired from lower socio-economic classes, played a crucial role in infant care, particularly in wealthy families. Meanwhile, ancient civilizations resorted to animal milk, using ceramic vessels for storage. However, these methods had significant drawbacks, including lack of hygiene and nutritional deficiencies, highlighting the evolution of societal practices surrounding infant feeding until modern formula became available.
Wet nursing was a common practice, particularly among wealthy families, providing an alternative to breastfeeding, especially when mothers faced health issues or societal pressures.
Animal milk was used in ancient times as a substitute for breast milk, but hygiene issues led to health risks for infants consuming it.
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