Hello!! I am exclusively breast feeding my 3.5months old baby with the help of nipple shield. His birth weight was 3.1kg. Current weight is 5kgs. Is his weight normal?? Also can anyone please suggest ways to wean off nipple shield??

1 Answer

Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children3 years ago

A. yes baby is having appropriate weight according to age v cand it is advisable to consult your local doctor for proper examination and if it is need for appropriate investigations in this regard and far proper management of the problem

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