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Baby not breasfeeding
My baby is 2 months old. Earlier he used to breastfeed frequently many times a day but now for the past few days he does not hold the nipples easily. After many try he takes and sleep suddenly while breastfeed. Should I be worried? What to do?
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You can gently stroke the head or feet while breastfeeding to keep the baby awake during feeding.
Ensure there is no pain or crackling at nipple area or any swelling in breast area.
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If still not breastfeeding, you can express the milk and store it in refrigerator and give the baby feeds when required.
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Wake him up if dozing off during feeding
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Check if he's latching correctly / if there is breast engorgement. Try change of positions for holding baby and feeding. If he has a curd like coating on tongue it may have to be treated
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Check urine output to know if feeding adequate
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
Express and give
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Dr. Prathibha Reddy
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12 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Express and give .
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