Feeding related

2026-05-23 18:44:20
Pre term baby weight 2 kg Now he is 13 days old. He is sleeping around 20 hrs Brest feeding krta h bt sota bhut h Is it normal? Toilet ja rha Hr feeding pr potty krta
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Yes it's normal. If the weight and other things are ok, nothing to worry about this

Answered2026-05-26 10:55:09

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I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided. Contact me on Practo or WhatsApp chat. Contact number: 97012307 two nine Dr. G. Avinash MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) Fellowship in Neonatology

Answered2026-05-25 03:11:27

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Its normal they will sleep 16-18 hrs per day For preterm give supplements as per ur doctor advise
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Immunisation as per schedule Exclusive breast feeding for 6 months D3 drops 1 ml daily for 1 yr Mvt drops 0.5ml daily
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Avoid bad child rearing practices Look for warning signs

Answered2026-05-24 23:40:01

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I need to ask few more questions before answering your query. Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat  (84960595 six five) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS , PGPN (BOSTON), FELLOWSHIP IN NEONATOLOGY ( Newborn and vaccination specialist )

Answered2026-05-24 13:48:07

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Greetings It is very common for a 13-day-old preterm baby weighing 2 kg to sleep up to 20 hours a day, as they need significant rest for growth and development. Frequent bowel movements after every feeding are also typically normal for breastfed infants. However, because preterm babies have smaller energy reserves, it is critical to ensure he wakes enough to feed 8 to 12 times in 24 hours. If he is too drowsy to latch properly, has fewer than 6 wet diapers daily, or seems unusually lethargic, you should contact his pediatrician immediately. Monitor his weight gain closely with a doctor to ensure he is thriving.

Answered2026-05-24 13:32:43

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At 13 days of age, newborns (especially preterm babies) can sleep for long hours, but feeding pattern and weight gain are more important than sleep duration. If baby is waking for feeds, feeding effectively, passing urine regularly and active during wake periods, this can be normal. Passing stool after feeds is also commonly seen in breastfed babies. Please monitor: feeding frequency (every 2–3 hrs), urine output (adequate wet diapers), activity, jaundice and weight gain. If baby is difficult to wake, feeding poorly, passing less urine, breathing fast, or looks less active.
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Answered2026-05-26 03:49:37

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Total 20 hr of sleep is normal for newborn baby.(Every 2,3 hr baby will wake up for feeding but will sleep immediately so total 20 hr collective sleep is possible).If baby having adequate urine output, activity good ,no bluish discoloration of Lips/palm sole) and good weight gain then good

Answered2026-05-25 15:53:02

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It’s normal

Answered2026-05-25 14:09:17

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Yes, newborn/preterm babies can sleep a lot, even around 18–20 hours/day. If baby is waking for feeds, feeding reasonably well, passing urine/stools normally and is active during feeds, it is usually okay. But if baby becomes very difficult to wake, feeds poorly, has fast breathing, fever, bluish discoloration, decreased urine or excessive lethargy, then get examined immediately.

Answered2026-05-25 13:44:44

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Normal

Answered2026-05-24 16:15:51

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It's normal only Newborn babies sleep atleast 18-20hrs You need to wake them up for feeding every 2nd hourly

Answered2026-05-24 14:34:13

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