please suggest me alternative if baby is not taking proper feed after 2 hours? can i give formula powder to her...if yes, suggest the best one?

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ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist3 years ago

A. dear mum, there is no need to give formula, also, there is no need to feed every 2 hours. you should feed as per your baby's demand which is whenever baby wants and how much baby wants. let baby guide the feeding process.

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Author of questionMom of a 3 yr 6 m old girl3 years ago

A. ok mam thanks but she is sleeping for most of the time...so i think she might be hungry

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