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5 Week Old Baby Feeding Issue
My baby is 5 week + old earlier he was doing proper latch i.e. upto 4 week but from last 5-6 days he is not latching properly & also feeding for maximum 5-10 min after time gap of 2 hours. During feeding time leaves latch almost after every 20-30 seconds.
But he feeds properly when given milk through bottle.
Please suggest should should we do ?
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No please no bottle. Breast feed is best , it ensures closeness and psychologically security. No just continue breast feeding. It is good and prevents so many diseases like obesity, Diabetes Hypertension, heartdiseases. What more benefits you want.jmJust listen and breast feed . Always start with alternate breast to start to ensure complete emptying of breast and get filled again fast. Always keep the child touching his head or cheeks. Or chin., to continue sucking. Always refreh your child by cleaning , you can do massage also. I am sure the baby will suck properly.
Next Steps
Hygiene, immunization and playing with child will improve his feeding problem.
Health Tips
Donot forget regular immunization. Keep him active and busy to play ans attended.
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