My baby sleeps only by breastfeeding.. even if he is fed for 20 to 25 mins he'll not sleep by any other way.

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ExpertDr Mahesh PatilPaediatrician4 years ago

A. hi your baby is 5 months old now if baby sleeps on breast feeding then it's not an issue.with bottle feeding there is problem of gas in tummy which can disturb sleep.so burp well when other feeds are given

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