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Mom of a 3 m old boy1 month ago

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My baby is 2 months old and he is only feeding from the right side and refuses to feed from the left side What could the reason?

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ExpertDr.Sabiha AnjumObstetrician and Gynaecologist1 month ago

A. Sometimes if there are any inverted nipples or nipple cracks, then it might be difficult for the baby. Also, they have favorite sides. You can try a different feeding positions for the opposite breast and if the baby is not taking then you can pump and feed

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