First, she is waking a couple hours after I put her down to sleep at night,
Secondly, her stomach has been growling a lot lately especially in the early evening.
lastly, I am nursing her and it seems like she is frustrated in the evening, fussing while nursing, my breasts feel really soft and when I pump not much comes out. Could she be hungry? I have tried giving her a bottle and she won't take it! Please help
2006-11-27 04:53:03 · 18 answers · asked by kuuipogrlus 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
It is possible that you are not producing enough milk. Try drinking more water and pumping and feeding her more frequently. Breastfed babies don't have to be on a feeding schedule. She won't take the bottle because she is used to nursing. She is 4 months and you can now start her on baby cereal and that should help fill her up.
2006-11-27 04:59:48 · answer #1 · answered by Ndpndnt 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
IF she doesnt seem dehydrated and she is still having a normal number of wet diapers (one after every feed) and the diapes seem full then she is getting enough to eat. Breast milk is easier to digest so she will eat more often then a formula fed baby. If she does not have bags under her eyes and her soft spot inst sunken in more then normal then she is probably okay. If not much comes out when your pumping its mabye because you baby is eating it all and your breasts make enough to feed her...supply and demand, and not excess milk because your baby doesnt need it. Dont freak out and dont worry, if you find that the diapers are less then normal then there is a problem but if they are normal then do not worry, also a babies stomatch will make noises when its digesting food not just when its hungry as well. It would be a good idea to talk this over with your doctor or a lactation specialist or google for more info.
2006-11-27 06:32:15 · answer #2 · answered by jennyve25 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will be fine. Just start off with the basics in small amounts. What the primary goal is is to get them used to being spoon fed. I have 10 month old triplets that were 2 1/2 months preemie and when I started them off on food I was scared but I just put them in their car seat or bouncer and took it as it came. Some days they would eat well, others, not at all. But just be sure your baby gets enough milk, until your baby reaches a certain stage (your doc should let you know), milk should always be more important than "food" consumption due to hydration issues.
2016-05-23 10:48:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah. it's possible she's not getting enough. did you happen to take any kind of nursing class or consult with a nurse or lactation consultant? breast feeding needs some instruction sometimes. i suggest you consult with someone to make sure everything is going the way it should be, if you wish to continue breast feeding. maybe pump and feed with the bottle and supplement with some formula, in the mean time. it's very important that your child get enough to eat. i understand you may not want to use formula, but it may be necessary.
that's what comes to mind when you describe her fussiness while nursing. adding that element to your explanation suggests that she might not be getting enough to eat, latching on correctly etc. however, at 4 months, she should have had a couple of check-ups with the doctor. if the doctor isn't concerned with her appearance, weight etc. that may not be the case. check with them too.
2006-11-27 05:08:44 · answer #4 · answered by practicalwizard 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First of all it is really normal for a baby to wake every few hours to nurse. By early evening her stomach is as full as its gonna get so her tummy is big. Many children have a fussy time at night esp. if that is a busy time for you. She sounds ok to me but im not a doctor have her checked out if you are worried.
2006-11-27 04:56:34 · answer #5 · answered by elaeblue 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
1. She might be teething Are her gums swollen, is she running a fever?
2. You may not be producing enough. try drinking lots of water, pumping to stimulate production, fenugreek (available @ health food stores), rest, & oatmeal
3. She may be going through a growth spurt or cluster feeding
4. This may just be her fussy period - my 3.5 month ld gets fuy from 5-7 each evening
5. The reason you breasts may feel soft is your milk supply may have regulated itself
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2006-11-27 18:06:29 · answer #6 · answered by joey5703 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can never understand why so many people ask strangers on the Internet for advice Re: their children's health. For goodness sake, call your Doctor. It does not cost one red penny to get advice from your Dr. over the phone. If the Doctor says the baby needs to be seen, then follow his/her advice and take your baby in. No matter how silly or simple your question may sound to you, it is NOT. This is a question that concerns your baby. So go to the proper person who is better qualified and licensed to take care of your questions in a proper manner. The most important rule to follow when you have a new baby. FOLLOW YOUR BABY'S DOCTORS ORDERS.
2006-11-27 05:03:03 · answer #7 · answered by Vida 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Check with a doctor, but don't I wouldn't get too overly concerned. My 4 month old is fussy also, I think she's teething. Although we didn't breast feed her too much, my wife had the same problem as you (shortage). The grumbling could just be gas. My baby gets fussy every so often, I think it's just her growing and her body is changing. It's her way of dealing with it. But definitely check with a doctor. I'm not an expert. Just passsing on our experience.
2006-11-27 05:03:49 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
She could be hungry maybe you could get checked out and maybe giving your daughter some baby food. I nurse my baby and when he was 4 months the doctor put him on veggies first because he said that nursed babies tummies are not ready for cereal. IO would check with your doctor first.
2006-11-27 04:58:50 · answer #9 · answered by ♥ to ...... 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
maybe if when your feeding her throughout the day and she's not satiffied with just nursing like she used to be she might be ready for soilds...they usually start eating rice cereal between 4-6 mos. just an idea. Here are some signs she might be ready for soilds...can hold head up and sit up with support. Brings hand to mouth after spoon or nipple is removed, makes up and down chewing motions with her nouth,is able to draw in her lower lip as spoon is removed.
2006-11-27 05:50:57 · answer #10 · answered by nicole b 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋