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2026-05-20 08:13:15
Hello doctors... I have 32 weeks 4 days prematured baby. 6 weeks completed now. 39 weeks now. She woke up every half an hour to feeding. Is this normal. Some time she feed only 10 minutes in one breast only. How many minutes want to feed?
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I need to ask few more questions before answering your query. Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat  (84960595 six five) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS , PGPN (BOSTON), FELLOWSHIP IN NEONATOLOGY ( Newborn and vaccination specialist )

Answered2026-05-23 18:02:03

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I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided. Contact me on Practo or WhatsApp chat. Contact number: 97012307 two nine Dr. G. Avinash MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) Fellowship in Neonatology

Answered2026-05-21 16:12:37

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Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment

Answered2026-05-21 13:54:20

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Yes, frequent feeding can be normal, especially in premature babies around term-corrected age. Some babies cluster feed and may wake every 30–60 minutes at times. There is no fixed feeding duration. If baby feeds effectively for around 10–15 minutes on one breast and seems satisfied, that can be enough. Let baby feed on demand. More important signs are: - Good urine output (6–8 times/day) - Weight gain - Baby active between feeds If baby is continuously sleepy, not gaining weight, or tiring during feeds, then physical evaluation is needed.

Answered2026-05-20 11:23:29

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Greetings 39 weeks corrected age, waking frequently can be normal during growth spurts, but every half hour consistently may indicate inefficient milk transfer.A 10-minute feed can be sufficient if the sucking is active and efficient, as premature babies often tire out quickly at the breast.Ensure she latches deeply and try offering the second breast, or gently wake her if she falls asleep too quickly during feeds.Monitor her output closely; she should have at least 6 wet diapers and regular bowel movements every 24 hours to ensure adequate intake.Keep track of her weight gain with your pediatrician to ensure this feeding pattern is fully supporting her growth and development.

Answered2026-05-20 09:43:14

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Kindly consult once for discussion

Answered2026-05-21 05:57:27

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Minimum 10 minutes of breastfeeding is ok if latching and sucking is uninterrupted for 10 min complete.If baby not latching and sucking well in those 10 minutes then Express breast milk using Electric Breast pump and express milk after 10 minutes breastfeeding then give by wati spoon feeding.baby should sleep minimum 2-3 hr and if getting up every half hr not recommended though cluster feeding do happen sometimes but if it's continuous and exhaustive to feed every half hr then better express milk after 10 minutes of breastfeeding then give by wati spoon

Answered2026-05-21 02:03:30

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This is normal behaviour only This is called cluster feeding You need to give atleast 15-20mins in each breast

Answered2026-05-20 12:59:37

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