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Mom of a 3 yr 8 m old boy3 years ago

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hi how much time it takes the breast to full again my baby breast feeds for 4 to 5 hours in a stretch after which the milk supply slows downs and he crys because of which I have to bottle feed him.how much time it takes for breast to make milk again

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Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children3 years ago

A. do not worry about this it is nature baby will be having required milk Further it is advisable to consult your local doctor for proper examination if required there is need for appropriate investigations also in this regard o k

Sunita MahatoMom of 2 children3 years ago

A. baby is taking milk in stretch for 4-5hrs.. the feeding gap should be around 2-3hrs in the day and the feeding gap should be 4-5hrs in the night time.. it is exclusively breast feeding recommended for six months..

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