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Milk while asleep

2024-06-02 11:45:44
Hi , my baby is 2 months and 11 days old.. He is completely on formula . Baby sumtimes cry at night for milk but when I start feeding, he will close eyes and drinks as if he is drinking while sleeping. Sumtimes this happens even during day. Is it okay to make child drink like ths. I will try burping him if he dnt burp atleast I will keep him upright for some minutes. If not, what to do??
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He should not aspirate (milk going into respiratory tract) if he's half asleep
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Better to wake him up if feeding

Answered2024-06-02 12:16:14

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Consult pediatrician physically

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