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Feeding issue
My baby is 5 month old and weight is 6.5 kg. His born weight was 3.1 kg.
After second vaccination his feeding pattern changed. He doesn't demand for milk even its 3/4 hr . Also he doesn't drink when he is awake. He looks thin.
After all struggle he drinks 600_700 ml / day.
I want suggestions about his feeding pattern and capacity.
Pls suggest.
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Weight has already doubled. Weight is in normal range. As a mother, he is always going to look thin to you. Their milk demand decreases as age increases. No need to worry. Keep visiting your pediatrician regularly and follow his advice
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Dr. Gaurav Agrawal
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16 yrs exp
Jaipur
Please consult pediatrician as proper detailed history is not possible on chat in your case and then take medicines.
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
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5 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consult to Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Lakshmi Narayana Munirathi
Pediatrician
29 yrs exp
Hyderabad
If he completed 5 months start complementary feeding i.e solids homemade better if not formula would do.
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start 2 to 3 times per day and gradually increase over weeks.
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Dr. Prathibha Reddy
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12 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Hello ! Weight is good don’t worry . If ur milk is not sufficient start formula
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Continue breast feeding
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