My baby is 5 months old. these days she is not sleeping properly at night. she keeps her fingers sucking all the times. I have a feeling that she is not getting sufficient breastfeeding. should I consider alternative to breastfeeding or I shall wait for the 6th month? if alternative is required then what should be?

1 Answer

Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children4 years ago

A. probably during night time is the room temperature may be uncomfortable for the baby sometimes baby may be having pain in the stomach because of gas . . .

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