#asktheexpert my son was born preterm at 34+1 weeks he was discharged with me only from the hospital.i breastfeed him but he takes v long to feed . I feel like he is not satisfied so I supplement it with formula.Can you please help

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ExpertDr Priyanka KalraObstetrician and Gynaecologist1 Year ago

A. keep latching. see kids learn fast but don't burden them. that confuses n scares them ok. try to go slow and let child grow at his own pace for that is healthy way if growth for her comprehensive development.

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