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Father of a 1 yr 11 m old boy1 Year ago

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my baby sucking his hand after every feed is it normal or is he still hungry?

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ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist1 Year ago

A. if baby is passing urine 6 to 8 times in 24 hours is active alert gaining adequate weight then feeding is sufficient putting fingers in mouth is normal developmental behaviour

Author of questionFather of a 1 yr 11 m old boy1 Year ago

A. yes he is gaining weight and passing urine he is 5.4 kg at 2 months is it ok

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