I think you are thinking of the phrase  the other way around , which does essentially mean the opposite, but in a specific way. The specific nature of the other way around is that it means that doing what you say in the opposite direction is correct, not necessarily the exact opposite.
You can offer your kitten either dry food, canned food, or both. Be sure to choose food which is designed for kittens. They require a diet which is especially rich in protein, calcium, and other nutrients. Cat food that is for adults is not sufficient.
How to Feed a Newborn Kitten Two Parts: Preparing to Feed a Newborn Kitten Feeding the Kitten Community Q&A Ideally, kittens should stay near and nurse from their mother cat for up to eight weeks prior to being separated and/or adopted.