Baby sleeping lot during daytime

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My 10 day old baby sleeps a lot in the day time... She sleeps for almost 4 to 5 hrs without taking milk.. Even if I wake her up forcefully she drinks milk for 10 to 15 mins and sleeps again.. She is very active at nights... Is it common in newborns.. Also how many times should I feed and how many minutes per feed should be given? Pls help

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Dr. Ajay K Tiwari Pediatrician 35 yrs exp Delhi Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Ajay K Tiwari

Pediatrician 35 yrs exp Delhi

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Hello, Baby usually sleeps more some day or sometimes at night, there is no fixed pattern. As long as baby is active and gaining weight as per required - don't worry, all is a normal variation. Follow my Instagram/tiwari_child_clinic for health Q&A. 🙏Tiwari child clinic Delhi🙏

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