My week old hasen't eaten since 3 p.m. and shes been sleeping since about 4... im trying to wake her up to eat but she wont wake up. Should I wate until she wakes up on her own or what should I do?
Sorry new mommy and just want to make sure im doing everything right :-) thanks for the help in advance!!!
2006-10-05 14:23:48 · 28 answers · asked by leigh_ann_27 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
more info-when she went to the dr's tuesday she weighed 7 pounds 11 ounces (when she was born she weighed 7-12) so she has gained most of her weight back.
She feel asleep at 4 and its 8:30 now... she doesnt feel warm at all..
2006-10-05 14:38:31 · update #1
Let her sleep untill she wakes up naturally.
2006-10-05 14:37:43 · answer #1 · answered by kel 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Oh, a week old, she must be pretty tired! I remember my daughter doing that when she was that old(now 7 months). Most times during the day she would only sleep an hour or so at a time between eating every two hours. But every once in a while she would suprise me and take a 4-5 hour nap. Just let her wake up on her own, she will get up when she is rested and ready to eat again. Congratulations on the new baby!!
2006-10-05 14:28:14 · answer #2 · answered by .*AnNa*. 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Do what makes you feel more comfortable. Some women say to let them sleep and others say to wake them up. I personally would wake her. If they sleep only to wake for feedings, sometimes they are too impatient... When my son was that young, I wouldn't let 4hrs pass without a feed, eat more during the day, sleep more at night was my philosophy and it worked. I would feed my son in his diaper, and change his bum when it was time to switch sides (I nursed) because he would always fall asleep, only to soon wake up because he was hungry again. Changed his bum and re-dressed him half way through the feed, so when he was done, he was all cozy and ready to sleep some more. Formula fed babies usually do last longer than nursed babies, you didn't say which you did, but you'r doing a great job ! Just keep on following your instincts. If she had a low birth weight or lost more than 10% of her birth weight, I would definitely wake her to feed every 2-3 hrs, but if her weight is good 4hrs. Congrats !
2006-10-05 14:49:07 · answer #3 · answered by Liandrew00 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Newborns should eat every 2 hours. Did she lose a lot of weight in the hospital? Was she a big baby? Some newborns sleep through feedings and it's ok, but if you are trying to get her to sleep more at night instead of eat, then you do not want her to sleep all day. I used to wake my babies up to feed them during the day. I would start by getting everything ready (breast or bottle, a glass of water for me etc.) then change their diaper. Usually that was enough to pissed them off enough to wake up, but sometimes I had to undress them! Good luck, I'm sure you're doing a great job! No mother is perfect!
2006-10-05 14:33:29 · answer #4 · answered by sophiensamsmom 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations on your baby, you are blessed. Being born is very tiring, as is giving birth. I am sure that you are exhausted, and your baby is also. I am a Mom and Grandma, so I have been through this a few times. If she is just sleeping and is not fussy or feverish, I would just let her sleep as much as she wants. She will wake up and let you know when she is hungry or needs to have her diaper changed. Don't apologize, you sound like a concerned and loving parent and that is the important thing. Congratulations and God bless you and your baby. You could sneak in a bit of a nap yourself or just sit for a few moments while she is sleeping. Have a good night.
2006-10-05 14:39:49 · answer #5 · answered by Sue F 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
this is a good thing as long a she is alive. dont wake her if she can sleep this long without eating wont that be great if she does it while you sleep, granted in the afternoon isnt a great time but if you can change her schedule a bit so she does this later you'll be in heaven. Congrats and no worries if you ask a million questions your a new mom I know I took my son to the hospital for everything when I was a new mom now with my daughter I know a little better. it gets easier/harder LOL
2006-10-05 15:51:39 · answer #6 · answered by Brandi D 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have had a baby recentely so I know where you are coming from. When my son would lay down and take a nap I would leave him alone until he woke up on his own. Because he would always wake up when he got hungry. So I would just leave your daughter alone and she will wake up when she gets hungry. Just make sure that she dont suddenly get a fever or anything like that. You will be a good mom dont worry! Congrats on the new baby girl!
2006-10-05 15:23:40 · answer #7 · answered by krisn_us 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If it's been more than 4 hours, I would wake her up, get her fed and changed and then help her get back to sleep. I say this because she is only a week old and our pediatrician advised me that normally they will let you know but if it's went past their normal feeding time it's best to get their nutrition into them because they will go back to sleep but they need it every so often. Good luck and congratulations on your little mircale
2006-10-05 14:30:17 · answer #8 · answered by ~Mother Of Angels~ 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Your baby is one week old. She will let you know when she is hungry. She needs to sleep as much as she wants. Just dont let it go until midnight. Doing several late night feedings when she gets a little older will cause sleep disturbances for you. Remember, babies dont come with manuals, so you are not going to be perfect and turn to page 2 for step 5. LOL. I have kids and the first one is all about panic and worry. Relax and enjoy your beautiful baby.
2006-10-05 14:30:02 · answer #9 · answered by Languastina 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Wake her up and feed her. You're a good mother to pay attention to fine detail. It's very obvious that you love your daughter very much. When my son was only 3 days old I had to set my alarm clock to every 2 hours to feed him and I had to undress him to his diaper to do so. Try that. Undress her down to her diaper and feed her like that. The nurses where I had my son told me to do that so it is safe and it worked with him. Also try changing her diaper right before you feed her. It's important that she gets fed often so do wake her. Don't worry, you're doing great! Congrats on the new one!
2006-10-05 14:29:00 · answer #10 · answered by d4cav_dragoons_wife84 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Let her sleep. Pretty soon, when you're so tired you can't move, you'll be grateful that your baby will sleep for awhile so you can sleep yourself. Your baby will let you know if she's hungry. Just make sure she doesn't have a fever or anything that would make her more lethargic that usual. Congrats on your new baby!
2006-10-05 14:34:12 · answer #11 · answered by Caelan's mom 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋