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2020-11-18 04:59:21
My baby is almost 4 month can I feed him in side lying position other concern is some people say by feeding in side lying position can milk can go in baby ear and nose is it true.
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It's better to BF in sitting position.... But you can BF in lying position also...but keep burping after each feeding...

Answered2020-11-18 05:04:38

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Hi, You can feed in lying position but not when you are sleepy and burp for 20 min or keep the baby erect

Answered2020-11-18 08:38:07

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