#AskTheExpert my 8 month old wakes every 2 hours for feed ( he cries and dosen't settles without a feed, but only feeds for 5-6 minutes) how to extend the duration and reduce the night feedings? he is gaining weight and is healthy, also taking solids during day properly , please help

1 Answer

ExpertVandana SharmaNutritionist3 years ago

A. Hello mom they only get into a habit of taking feed and mostly babies who have a habit of taking feed every 2 hours. So you have to at times try to pat him back to sleep .. give him a filling dinner and feed them well before bedtime

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