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Mom of a 2 yr 2 m old girl2 years ago

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as latching needs more energy, so will it reduce the baby weight if latching is done by baby with low birth weight (current weight:- 1.72kg) 25 days baby but even breastfeeding is important please suggest!

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Jasmine KaurMom of a 9 yr 3 m old boy2 years ago

A. Hello dear parent, we'll for baby who is already low on weight will not matter to the baby if he latches. He may not be able to latch also. So do not worry. And that's how your baby will gain strength, the more he will suck, his muscles will also work for his body. Good luck and take care

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