Hi, my baby is 3 month 8 days old. for few days he simply rejects my left nipple. but he sucks my right one normally. he only feed from left nipple when he sleeps. what is the problem I can't understand?

1 Answer

Sai Prasanthi R LMom of a 11 yr 6 m old boy2 months ago

A. Hello my dear parent! Maybe the milk flow is not sufficient on that side. Consult your doctor for further guidance in this matter. Continue to exclusively breastfeed baby on demand for better health, nutrition, hydration, and weight gain.

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