my baby is 4months old and he takes 2oz/60ml per feed for every 2 hours... i feel that this is very less. though i am trying to feed him more than this.. he doesnt want to... he is full with that quantity itsekf. should i be worried abt this less intake of milk?

1 Answer

ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist3 years ago

A. dear mum you should be feeding baby on demand whenever baby wants and how much baby wants if passing urine 6 to 8 times in 24 hours, is active and gaining adequate weight at least 500 gram per month then feeding is sufficient do not worry

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