#asktheexperts my40days old baby sleep more than 4-5 hours so it is necessary to wake up him every 2-3 hours for feed

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ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist3 years ago

A. Dear mum, there is no need to wake up your baby for feeding. You can feed as per your baby’s demand. If baby is active, alert and passing urine more than 7 times in 24 hours then feeding is sufficient.

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