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2024-06-12 03:05:00
My 5 month old baby maximum refuses to breastfeed, I think she might have mucus in her throat. Sometimes if  breast milk flow is high ,she refuses...What should I do?
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Put nasal dps before feeding Can express the breast milk and give by spoon Can consult if fever cough present Feeding issues if persistent, consult physically to Paediatrician

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Express breast milk and give with spoon

Answered2024-06-12 03:19:14

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Nipples shield could help with excess flow by moderating it. Saline drops followed by gentle suction before feed could help. If the above dont work, you can express and feed.

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Express in fresh bowl and give with spoon .

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Kindly put saline nasal drops 5drops in each nostril... Every 2nd hourly

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