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2024-04-03 13:35:02
Hi doctor, My baby is 5 months old. Is it ok to breastfeed only once a day after starting solid food? Not able to breastfeed frequently due to work. Please suggest
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U have to start food after 6 month completed and also give breast feeding as it is

Answered2024-04-04 03:16:49

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For initial days of weaning breastfeeding has to be given quite often Once a day wont be sufficient

Answered2024-04-03 18:51:20

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Greetings it's better to give breast feeding after solid food every time,it's just complimentary feeding in initial days

Answered2024-04-03 14:01:04

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Hi I would need to talk to you personally to advice . Kindly opt for a video consultation Regards

Answered2024-04-03 13:59:35

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