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2 weeks old baby sleeping only
My 2 weeks old baby sleeps a lot... i have to wake him up for feeds 2 hourly otherwise he wont wake up... he is too lazy that i ended up in pediatric care as he got dehydrated.... it takes me almost half an hour to make him feed 2 oz of milk... i am concerned he never demands for milk... never cries... no hunger cry... nothing... i want to know baby not crying is normal or not....
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Please visit a qualified pediatrician neonatologist to rule out underlying health issues
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Physical examination of bsby
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Do this on urgent basis
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Please visit a neonatologist for check up and tests to rule out serious issues if he is inactive. Follow the instructions of your neonatologist. Don't do things on your own
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Although sleeping for prolonged hours is normal for any 2 weeks old newborn , but as the child is lethargic , has history of dehydration with poor sucking - detailed examination is required.
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Dr. Mahak Arora
Pediatrician
10 yrs exp
New Delhi
Hello regarding your concern i would like to inform you that sleeping for longer hours is quite normal in newborns but no hunger cues , less urine , decreased activity is alarming sometimes baby sugar got low and activity affects so my suggestion to you check once with your pediatrician regarding infection and sugar ..
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Yes it's totally normal only newborn babies usually sleeps for atleast 18-20hours that's normal only
So don't worry
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Dr. Akanksha Pandey
Pediatrician
12 yrs exp
Indore
Hi 😊
At 2 weeks of age, sleeping a lot can be normal, but in your baby’s case there are some warning signs
👉 Baby is not waking up for feeds
👉 No hunger cry
👉 Takes a long time to finish even 2 oz
👉 History of dehydration
This is not completely normal and needs close monitoring.
What we should do:
👉 Wake the baby every 2–3 hours for feeds (day and night)
👉 Stimulate the baby before feeds – unwrap, change diaper, gently rub, talk to the baby
👉 Keep the baby active during feeds (tickle feet, give burping breaks)
👉 Ensure proper latch (if breastfeeding) or correct bottle feeding technique
Very important: ✔ At least 6–8 wet diapers per day
✔ Baby should be active in between feeds (not always sleepy or lethargic)
✔ Adequate weight gain
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Since I have not examined the baby personally, I would advise the following basic investigations to rule out common causes:
👉 CBC (to look for infection / anemia)
👉 CRP (infection marker)
👉 Blood sugar (to rule out hypoglycemia)
👉 Serum electrolytes (Na, K, Ca)
👉 Serum bilirubin (to check for jaundice)
👉 Sepsis screen if clinically indicated
👉 Blood culture (if infection suspected)
👉 Thyroid profile (TSH, FT4)
If needed (based on clinical exam): 👉 Urine routine & culture
👉 Neuro evaluation / imaging (if poor activity persists)
These tests help rule out causes like infection, jaundice, low sugar, electrolyte imbalance, or hormonal issues.
Kindly correlate clinically and consult a pediatrician for examination and further management 👍
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