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Mom of a 1 yr 6 m old boy1 Year ago

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my baby is 5 months old. till now he demands for feed after every 30 - 40min when he is awake. he sucks for 2-5min then sleeps. also sometimes he starts playing and leaves nipple by himself. then again after 30 mins demands for feed. in this way I am unable to do any work or go anywhere. also people keep on saying his tummy is not getting completely full that's why he is crying all the time. what to do

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ExpertVandana SharmaNutritionist1 Year ago

A. Namaste Mom, These are just phases , were in the baby just love to latch on, but not hungry, how is his weight gain been offlate ? as if their is progress and gradually increase then no issues. Babies are expected to almost double their birth weight by age of 4 to 6 months

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