#asktheexperts is it ok to wake your newborn for feeding every 2-3 hours? or shall i wait for the child to demand breast milk

1 Answer

Sunita MahatoMom of 2 children4 years ago

A. you have to. maintain a feeding gap of at least 2-3hrs .. yes new borns will sleep around 16-18hrs..this will decrease as the baby grows.. offer feed at a gap of 2hrs.. take care..

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