#asktheexperts My 5 months old baby is sucking thumb and not allowing me to breast feed from past 1 week. Her milk intake has reduced. Can you please suggest me what to do?

1 Answer

ExpertDr Mahesh PatilPaediatrician1 month ago

A. Hello, your baby girl is 3 months old and if she doesn’t suck your breast then it’s very much essential to see if your nipples are either flat or inverted

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