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Mom of a 9 m old boy6 months ago

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Sir, my baby is 3 months 24 days old. In the day time he takes breastmilk in a gap of 2 hours. But during night, he sleeps at a stretch for 6 hours daily. Is this okay Sir or I need to feed him even while he sleeps?

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ExpertDr.Sabiha AnjumObstetrician and Gynaecologist6 months ago

A. You can let the baby sleep continuously for 4 to 5 hrs and after that you can try sleep feeding the baby if the baby is accepting. If the baby is not accepting them, leave it,

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