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Mom of a 4 yr 5 m old boy4 years ago

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Baby feeds and then sleeps for 3-4 hrs Should I wake baby up every 2 hrs for feed or let baby sleep and feed on demand.

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ExpertDr Priyanka KalraObstetrician and Gynaecologist4 years ago

A. you can wake up 4 hrly.Try to cut on stress and un due tension. Eat more of fruits and vegetables and lots of fluids too dailySee try to consult to a good pediatrician there who will do a full check up and tell the diagnosis

RashmiMom of a 11 yr 3 m old girl4 years ago

A. Oh No no no there is no need to wake up your child after every two hours to feed your child I would just like to tell you that you should only be feeding your child on demand that is the right way and pattern to follow for another 6 to 8 months and in general also

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