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How often to breastfeed 4.5 month old

2025-01-24 06:15:37
Hi , my 4.5 month old had suddenly started drinking very less milk . How often should we breastfeed 4.5 month old ???? Also should we feed from both breast at a time?
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Feeds on demand.
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if any difficulty in feeding consult pediatrician

Answered2025-01-25 01:48:21

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Only one breast at a time. 3 hourly feeding is sufficient, followed by good burping.

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Demand feeds are sufficient

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Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment

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Feed on demands.

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Breastfeed according to baby demand or 2 hrly First empty 1st breast then other If weight gain is normal then no need to worry

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On demand feeds. One breast should be emptied completely before switching to another

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