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2022-10-21 09:05:48
My daughter completed 5months and taking gap of 4hrs between feed is it normal...in between whn I try to feed also she is crying but not latching.. previously she used to feed for 2 hrs ..from 4 or 5 days only her shedule changed..plz help me is this normal ..how many hrs of gap is ok at this stage..I didn't give any formula till nw only breastfeeding so wat shld I do .
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After 5 months semisolid foods can be gradually introduced in her diet.  Look for weight gain in each month.  If it is adequate, then nothing to worry

Answered2022-10-21 09:19:30

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Breast feeding on demand. Initiate solids after 6 month only. If weight gain is adequate nothing to worry.

Answered2022-10-21 09:21:20

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