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Guardian of a 5 yr old boy4 years ago

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my baby just turned 4 montsh old. he only feeds for 5mins and sleeps more than before. like now he sleeps for 2-3hours together. is feeding for 5mims enough for him after every 3hoirs interval?

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ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist4 years ago

A. Dear mum, if your baby is active, playful, achieving all growth milestones, passing urine more then 6 to 8 times in 24 hours, gaining adequate weight at least 500 grams per month, then feeding is adequate and it indicates good health.

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