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Mom of a 2 yr 11 m old girl2 years ago

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My baby is 4 months old, she doesn't want to drink milk, she takes 2-3 sips of milk and then she plays for 10 minutes, again she cries for milk, but again she doesn't drink milk. She doesn't drink milk like before. She has become cranky, but don't want to drink milk. please advise

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Author of questionMom of 2 children2 years ago

A. My child is on formula milk due to lack of breast milk

Dr Vandan H KumarFather of a 7 yr 9 m old boy2 years ago

A. very important to see that position and attachment while breastfeeding the child is proper. if improper the child will continue to suck for long hrs without getting any milk meet lactational counsellor who will guide regarding this. see videos on you tube for breastfeeding positiodn and attachment. take plenty of water, home made diet, seasonal fruits and vegetables, milk for indcreasing breast milk for yourself. take 15 to 30 days weight and growth assessment by the doctor.

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