#asktheexpert how often should the newborn be fed and is sleeping 5-6 hours at a stretch normal ?

1 Answer

ExpertDr Laxmi Chavan-SawantAyurvedic Gynaecologist 2 years ago

A. For first two months baby should be given feeding every 2 to 3 hourly gap and after that you can feed the baby on demand. Give exclusive breastfeeding for 6months

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