My baby feed very longer duration during the night and become really cranky during this time. And post the feed she sleeps for 4–5 hours in a stretch. Is it normal behaviour?

1 Answer

ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist3 years ago

A. Dear mum, yes, this is normal. The feeding and sleeping duration varies from baby to baby. You should feed as per your baby’s demand that is whenever baby wants and how much baby wants.

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