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Baby not drinking milk

2022-03-25 18:26:27
Hi. My 5 month old is refusing feeding and will only drink whe drowsy or sleeping. If  I try to feed him when he is awake he will start crying and will stop as soon as I take away the bottle. What to do please help
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Why bottle feeds!!?

Answered2022-03-29 08:33:05

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How is she's weight gain?? Is he sleeping for at least 2 hours after taking feed?? Are therethere any issues with his bowel habits?? please let us know

Answered2022-03-26 16:08:24

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Hello Mother, We need to assess the baby...he might be having some challenge while breastfeeding.
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Kindly  Consult Online/clinic
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Stop Bottle Feeding it has lot of disadvantages.

Answered2022-03-26 07:37:52

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Need to see the baby pls opt for video call consultation with us

Answered2022-03-26 06:39:18

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Are using bottle feeds and breastfeeding too?

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Please visit local pediatrician. Will need physical examination of baby

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It’s either a nose block, constipation or a colic .Please treat accordingly

Answered2022-03-26 01:34:47

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He may not like the taste of the milk, also are you breast feeding him? Sometimes breast feeding kids do not like the taste of other milk. Is he not well, any fever , cough , cold?

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