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Concern regarding Bottle milk
I have a concern that if baby starts taking milk through bottle then do they stop taking breastfeed? My baby is 5 months 20 days old now and from past 1 month I was trying to give her milk through bottle ( since my milk had started to reduce). Now she has started taking it through bottle but now she refuses to take breast feed even at nights.
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Bottle feeding leads to nipple confusion.Also it is an easier method for babies since they don't have to make much effort in feeding ,milk flow is fast hence they slowly starts rejecting breast milk.But breast milk is best for babies.you can try feeding with katori spoon instead.
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consult with pediatrician online for breast milk supply issues
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Dr. Anurag Mohta
Pediatrician
11 yrs exp
Indore
Yes.. it can happen but u need to work on increasing and continuing breast milk. If that's not possible, early complimentary food can be introduced in a phased manner.
Consult Pediatrician for proper guidance
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Dr. Pratheeba
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Chennai
Kindly do not give milk through bottle. Follow exclusive breastfeeding for 6 complete months. If u have concern regarding milk secretion kindly contact a pediatrician or lactation consultant.
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