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Baby cry while feeding
Baby is 42 days old and on breast milk by bottle. She takes very little milk 15-20 ml and either starts crying or drowsy. She never drank 40-60 ml in one go. Keep on snacking 10-15 ml in every 20 mins when awake.
I am worried when she will have 60-120 ml in one feed. She takes very little milk. In 40 days she gained 1 kg weight. 6-8 urine nappies in a day.
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breastfeeding is advisable
This type of feeding behaviour is normal if gaining weight adequately
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Sometimes babies doesn’t take in one go
If baby is active , sleeping well and urine passed means
It’s absolutely normal
Instead of one go
U can make a division of feed
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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.
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Dr. G. Avinash MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) Fellowship in Neonatology
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This pattern is actually quite common. Baby is doing “snacking feeds” — small frequent intake instead of large volumes.
Main reassuring points:
Weight gain is good (1 kg in 40 days)
Urine output is adequate (6–8 times/day)
So overall intake is sufficient.
Try feeding when baby is more awake
Give frequent burping breaks
Check nipple flow (not too fast/slow)
Keep baby slightly upright during and after feeds
No need to force 60–120 ml in one go. Many babies take smaller volumes and still grow well.
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Some points to be kept in mind
1. Try to avoid bottle feeding
2. See for breast feeding attachment techniques
3. Feed every 2 hours or when baby demands
4. Keep upright on shoulder 20-30 mins post feeding.
5. Can try for bowl and spoon for feeding milk
If the baby is not gaining weight then please contact in-clinic pediatrician
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If the baby is not gaining weight then please contact in-clinic pediatrician
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Dr. Mahak Arora
Pediatrician
10 yrs exp
New Delhi
if baby is gaining weight well
passing the urine 4-5 times per day
then need not to contour on number..
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
This is totally normal type feeding it's called Snacking feeds ok
Some babies they take very frequent feeds with smaller volumes that's normal only
In 40 days baby gained 1 KG weight means that's the good thing.
It indirectly tells that your feeding is sufficient
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
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5 yrs exp
Rajkot
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Dr. Shebin C E
Pediatrician
10 yrs exp
Kanyakumari
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Gaining 1 kg in 40 days is an excellent indicator of health, as it meets or exceeds the typical newborn growth rate of roughly 20–30 grams per day.The 6–8 wet nappies daily confirm that your baby is well-hydrated and successfully processing enough volume, regardless of how small the individual feeds seem."Snacking" is a common feeding pattern where babies prefer smaller, more frequent meals, often due to a smaller stomach capacity or a preference for comfort.Drowsiness during a feed is normal for a six-week-old, but crying can sometimes indicate a need for burping, a different bottle nipple flow, or mild reflux.You should not worry about reaching the 60–120 ml goal immediately; as long as growth and output remain steady, your baby is self-regulating her intake perfectly.Consult your pediatrician if you notice a sudden drop in wet nappies
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