Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Late premature feeding
Hi,
My baby late premature it's been 20days he is not able latch properly gets tired and dozed off within few seconds how do I make him practice on breast feed???
Answers (5)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Sit comfortably. With one knee elevated . Feed the baby keep his head on your elbow. Must clean locally keep playing and patting on head. He will take feed if hungary. Always start alternate breast Each breast must be empty to stimulate production of more breast milk. unless HE SUCKS BREAST MILK WILL not be produced.
Hygiene is important. Immunization AND ACTIVITY and emotionaL weLnESS Is important. Otherwise baby will show behavior problems.
Next Steps
If need be consult with prior appointment. you can consult on video also.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced orthopedist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+112
Hello Mother,
There are specific techniques by which we can improve this...
Kindly consult online/in clinic( if in Nagpur) for Lactation Assessment and Guidance.
Next Steps
You need to discuss this with the Board Certified Lactation Consultant. (You can connect with me)
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Meet a lactation consultant. Proper guidance is needed.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Rahul Kamble
Pediatrician
11 yrs exp
Bangalore
1 don't become tensed.Be calm and relaxed.Be positive.
2.Express the milk and feed by spoon.
3.Let baby suckle on empty breast .to learn suckling.
4.Have a visit to national neonatalogy forum website,/YouTube channel, for educational video on lactation and feeding.u will get idea.
5.Once the child gains weight, restart breast feeding.
6.u can start giving kangaroo Care to baby for increasing weight gain and increasing milk secretions.
Next Steps
book consultation for detailed discussion.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Shebin C E
Pediatrician
10 yrs exp
Kanyakumari
Greetings. What is the day of life of the newborn? Kindly book a consultation so that I can guide you through.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.