my baby is 0 months old. he suffered with jaundice. because of not latching properly he had dehydration. so now i pump my breastmilk and provide him in bottle. is it healthy choice ? than formula?

1 Answer

ExpertDr.Sabiha AnjumObstetrician and Gynaecologist10 months ago

A. Yes, absolutely it is a good thing that you are expressing the milk and feeding. If you were getting enough milk, then there is no need to give any extra formula. Give some time to the baby so that the baby will learn how to latch.

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