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2020-12-30 14:21:52
Hello Doctor... My baby has completed 4 months and is on exclusive breastfeeding...frm past few days he looks very hungry. I feed him but he still wants more and will put his hand in the mouth. No crying or anythg. Is my supply low?? Bcz when I express I do have slight milk? Not sure what is the issue?
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Its clearly breastmilk insufficiency ma.
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plz do visit/consult a doctor online.

Answered2020-12-30 17:02:44

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Progressive weight gain with breast milk according to age charts indicates sufficiency Can start at the end of 6 months Weight monitoring could only tell you if it's sufficient or not

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Hi, Putting fingers is not a sign of hunger. If baby is active and gaining weight adequately, nothing to worry.

Answered2020-12-31 07:55:45

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