I have been trying to feed my baby but he is not sucking... when I pump the milk out n feed him, he drinks that but directly he does not have... he either keeps his mouth closed or keeps crying but does not suck... please help me as to how I can breast feed him. He is 5 days old.

1 Answer

ExpertDr. Mohammed imranPaediatrician4 years ago

A. hi parent ur kid is 5 days old, kindly consult lactation consultant for proper latchment of the baby on the breast , it is very essential for proper secrtion of milk.

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