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Mom of a 2 yr 8 m old boy2 years ago

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#AskTheExpert is it okay if baby dsnt wake up for night feeds for 5-6 hours ? should we wake them and feed or should feed on demand ?

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ExpertCharul VermaNutritionist2 years ago

A. hi mom no let the baby sleep once he wakes up can feed him exclusive breastfeeding till 6 months of age is rwcommended for the baby

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