my 4 month baby wakes and feed only 2 to 3 mins and after playing he going to sleep without feed at every time . he take feeds only after wakeup just for 2 to 3 mins. this is happen after his 5th month starts. I try many times to feed but he refuse. give me some suggestions !!!

1 Answer

ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist1 Year ago

A. dear Mum if your baby is passing urine 6 to 8 times in 24 hours is active alert and gaining adequate weight then feeding is sufficient feed in calm place without distraction

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