#AskTheExpert my newborn baby doesn't want to drink directly from the breasts. I have to pump the milk to feed him. What to do so he can start feeding directly from the breasts?

2 Answers

ExpertVandana SharmaNutritionist2 years ago

A. Hello mom check with the nipple formation , and also if the baby Is able to latch well or no. Maintain a skin to skin contact as well and at times keep the baby near you or your breast. And you need to keep on trying .

Manali K MehtaMom of 2 children2 years ago

A. hi parent please give plenty of breast milk you can use Babyhug breast nipple please maintain hygiene properly with Babyhug multipurpose cleaner

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