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Mom of a 1 yr 9 m old boy1 Year ago

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When feeding it is advised one breast feed at a time then after 2 hrs next time feed with another breast. This is applicable if baby does not empty one side breast. What should be feeding patern.

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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy1 Year ago

A. The decision to offer one breast or both breasts at each feeding is a matter of preference. As long as your baby is getting enough breast milk and growing at a healthy, consistent pace, it doesn't matter if you nurse from one breast or both breasts at each feeding.

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