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Mom of a 2 yr 8 m old girl2 years ago

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I started formula milk from a bottle for my 5 months baby in the afternoon and evening. Since then she started rejecting breast milk. she only drinks when she is sleepy. please suggest what to do

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ExpertSHRUTI KANCHANLactation Educator and Counselor2 years ago

A. Formula needs to be offered in a paced feeding manner which is a slow feeding technique. To mimic how breastfeeding is done. Do ample of skin to skin with the baby and let the baby nurse on demand. Avoid bottles if not separated from the baby and if breastfeeding is going fine.

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