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Regarding formula milk
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My baby is 1 month 23 days old.. she is on exclusive breastfeeding.. now a days I am having low milk supply...at birth initial days..in hospital nurses given MMS Gold to baby ...now our doctor suggested Dexolac / Nan pro... I have given nan pro 30ml for past 2 days only.. baby is having gastric problem.. passing gases...and motion problem 4 days once she is having motion without formula also... Which formula is good please suggest..
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Change of frequent formula may create such issues.Most cases breast feed should be sufficient if u feed babay calmly with confidence position and latching should be proper. But ideal is only breast feed for 1st 6month barring some compelling reasons.Or u can consult lactation consultant once.
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There is no best formula. The one which suits the baby is best. Change to MMS gold and check
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Normal
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Nan pro is good. Passing gas is also no issue. Gas inside the tummy should be naturally expelled. Passing motion 3-4 days also is acceptable if the baby does not have any discomfort, pain, hard stool etc. Aptamil Gold is a good formula for full term babies. But continue breast feeding. Success of breast feeding for a mother depends on good intake of water and milk, balanced diet, good congenial atmosphere of love at home and a good place with privacy while feeding the baby. Some medications also are advised.
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To consult doctor for successful breast feeding.
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Nothing much to worry,quite normal
Still try for exclusive breastfeeding ist
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It's a common problem while shifting baby from exclusive breast feeding to formula feed...passage of gas and 4 times motion per day is normal if it's normal yellow/slight greenish coloured and non violent.if baby is feeding well,active,passing urine every 4-6hrs then no need to worry...other formula milk like similac can be given.
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After each feed burp the baby by keeping baby uprighy over shoulder for 15-20minutes.
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It is common for infants to experience gas or changes in bowel movements when introducing formula, and what works for one baby may not work for another. To help with low milk supply, you might consider increasing nursing frequency or using a breast pump to stimulate production. Ensure you are staying well-hydrated and maintaining a balanced diet to support lactation. If your baby shows signs of severe distress, such as persistent crying or a firm abdomen, seek medical attention immediately.
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Dr. Mahak Arora
Pediatrician
10 yrs exp
New Delhi
This is normal colic so nothing to worry just do tummy exercises and tummy time ..
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Dr. Jay Gajjar
Pediatrician
6 yrs exp
Surat
At this age, passing gas and not passing stool daily can still be normal, especially in breastfed babies. Formula milk may sometimes cause temporary gassiness while baby adjusts, but it does not necessarily mean the formula is unsuitable.
If mother’s milk supply is low, continue breastfeeding as much as possible first, then give top feeds if needed. Both NAN Pro and Dexolac are acceptable starter formulas. There is usually no need to keep changing formulas frequently unless baby has persistent vomiting, blood in stool, severe abdominal distension, excessive crying, or poor weight gain.
Please ensure correct preparation of formula, proper burping after feeds, and avoid overfeeding. For low milk supply, mother should increase fluids, adequate diet, frequent breastfeeding/pumping and proper rest. Baby should be assessed for weight gain and hydration during pediatric follow-up.
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
It's normal only
Continue same
Do tumy time also
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Dr. Abhishek Jain
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6 yrs exp
Pune
Your baby's infrequent stools (once in 4 days) on breastfeeding is completely normal — not a concern.
The gas with Nan Pro is common when starting any formula. Give it 5–7 days to settle before switching.
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