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Mom of a 4 yr 5 m old boy4 years ago

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should baby be fed from both breasts in one feed or should be fed from one side only in one go and then from other side in next feed. please suggest

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ExpertDr Priyanka KalraObstetrician and Gynaecologist4 years ago

A. well you have to feed from both the breast ok. see more you can ask your own treating doctor. i am sure they will solve all your doubts and guide yousee only the doctor who can see you in person can judge what is the right status. best to trust her

Sarika guptaMom of 2 children4 years ago

A. hello there ma'am please do not worry about it too much and yes you can feed form your one breast at a time or if baby wants more then you can give from second breast. but you have to feed from both breast on daily basis. take care

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Ankita MehtaMom of a 10 yr old girl4 years ago

A. hi yes it is ok. but try to feed your child on each breast at least 20 minutes so he or she can get full fat hindmilk well which help to increase your child weight.

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