my baby is of 4 weeks old, just drinks for 5 mins or less from my breast and falls asleep.is it common, can I assume that my baby is having satisfied hunger

1 Answer

ExpertDr Bandana JoshiAyurvedic Physician9 months ago

A. It’s okay if baby sleeps while taking feed do tap the cheek gently or gently tickle the sole of the feet of the baby abd he will start sucking again take care

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