Low breastmilk

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Low breastmilk

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Hi dr. My baby boy is 5 months old n my breastmilk is not enough for him , my milk supply getting low in the evening n morning so can i give him formula milk twice a day , if yes then how much per serving i should give him...or else skipping formula is better plz suggest dr.

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Dr. Amrita Shirude

Pediatrician 11 yrs exp Pune

You should start semisolid food instead of giving formula milk because your requirements of babyis increased now that's why your Brest milk is not sufficient for him..

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Consult online for proper advise of Complimentary diet what to be given and how much to be given

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Dr. Sarbari Gupta Pediatrician 31 yrs exp Bangalore Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Sarbari Gupta

Pediatrician 31 yrs exp Bangalore

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Yes ur milk supply is supposed to go down now, because ur baby should be started on complementary feeds- semisolids prepared at home. Usually formula is not required.