He's 6 weeks old (and was 6 weeks early). He eats about 4 oz. every 3 hours (except after his 11 pm feeding, he crashes until about 4am). Is it ok to let him sleep through a feeding at this point (if he does)?
2006-09-17 14:08:38 · 14 answers · asked by edkolover 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
sounds like you're doing great. babies will let you know when they are hungry and if they have had enough. i'm thinking that if you are lucky enough to have a baby that will sleep at night, let him. as long as he has no health problems i say let him sleep, he'll wake up if he's hungry.
2006-09-17 14:11:26 · answer #1 · answered by redpeach_mi 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you have been blessed with a perfect baby. Eating anywhere between 2-4 hours for formula fed babies is just right. Because he was born early, he is probably just about at a weight equal to an average newborn now, so 4 ounces would be right for his weight. Sleeping 5 hours at night for a newborn is every new mother's dream. So, no, don't wake him up in the middle of the night as long as he is eating during the day. Enjoy your several hours of uninterrupted sleep. Congratulations on the birth of your son.
2006-09-17 14:27:50 · answer #2 · answered by sevenofus 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes! Let him sleep! You need your rest too! He may just eat more at his next feeding if he sleeps a little bit longer though. There's no harm in that. This is exactly what I did. I didn't wake my daughter to eat if she slept longer and my pediatrician was fine with it. As long as your baby is gaining weight and eating well, I wouldn't worry. Congrats on your new baby boy!
2006-09-17 23:07:20 · answer #3 · answered by Mom of One in Wisconsin 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, unless your doctor says otherwise. It sounds very normal to me a mother of two, for him to eat 4oz every 3 hours, and most babies sleep alittle longer at night before needing to eat again. He is just getting into a normal sleep pattern if I where you I would enjoy it and let him sleep as long as he eats before bed time. Good Luck with your new baby, they grow fast so cherish every moment. Take lots of pictures.
2006-09-17 14:14:56 · answer #4 · answered by ME 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if he sleeps through a feeding take it as a blessing. he will let you know when he needs to eat. ive always been told to never wake a sleeping baby.
2006-09-17 15:17:52 · answer #5 · answered by krystal 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When my son was born, I was very concerned because he slept alot, and I was afraid he wasn't geeting enough nutrition and may actually starve. I asked his doctor about this and she told me that when a baby gets hungry enough he would wake up and want to be fed. This is true, I now know. I followed her advice, and fed him when and as much as he wanted, and today, he is a very happy, healthy, and energetic eight year old. All babies are unique, and therefore, there are no cut and dry rules for their individual needs. If you are concerned, I urge you to speak with your baby's doctor and voice your concerns to put your mind to ease.
2006-09-17 14:57:39 · answer #6 · answered by loviesteele 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At his age it is best for you to let your baby eat as much as he wants, as often as he wants. You don't need to wake him if he is sleeping (5 hours? lucky you!) as he will wake up and ask you when he's hungry. Short of any major medical problems, babies are self regulating and won't starve or gorge themselves.
2006-09-17 14:13:07 · answer #7 · answered by Bug's Mama 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should feed a new born baby every 3-5 hours and make sure you burp them to
2006-09-17 14:13:54 · answer #8 · answered by eric c 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-27 20:52:17 · answer #9 · answered by allotey 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as he is sleeping he is fine. Infants only wake if they need something. Hope this helps!
Mother of two.
2006-09-17 14:12:18 · answer #10 · answered by Chelia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋