2006-12-03 06:57:34 · 12 answers · asked by SwatiM 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Not if that's the only thing you are feeding the baby. If you were feeding it rice cereal then it's stomache might be full enough to go that long w/o formula ,but I wouldn't if you didn't absolutely have to.
2006-12-03 07:01:55 · answer #1 · answered by Tera 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Every baby is different so you need to know your baby and know how often s/he eats. If you are wondering if you should go out with the baby or leave her with a babysitter with no formula - never risk it - always have formula on you at all times because what if the baby went through a growth spurt starting on that day? Then s/he will be constantly hungry and you will be stuck.
And please use some of the prev posters info with caution - your child is 2 months and should not be eating cereal yet and no pedialyte either....if there is a health problem, talk to your doc.
2006-12-03 07:04:54 · answer #2 · answered by Rae T 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Depends on the baby's activity/sleep pattern. If the baby is sleeping well and feeding well then all is well.
One thing: mix the formula EXACTLY to the proportions on the instructions. Adding 'a little more powder because it is good for baby' can dehydrate the baby.
If you are worried - see your health carer!
2006-12-03 07:02:44 · answer #3 · answered by blithespirit 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mine started stretching longer periods of time without feeding. Also remember that your little one just got off of a growing spurt so their feeding may decrease. If the pediatrician is fine with weight gain your good. Also check on how many wet diapers are coming through....
2006-12-03 07:02:35 · answer #4 · answered by doom92556 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Our son goes 3 hrs during the day, and I let him sleep at night, or when he wakes up I feed and change him. And he is healthy and growing like a weed...
2006-12-03 07:12:31 · answer #5 · answered by A Dixie Lullaby 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but you should ask/call your Doc, just to be sure. If your baby was preemie or just small in general, you may want to watch the formula intake.
2006-12-03 07:00:49 · answer #6 · answered by Sheila 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My little sister who is 15 mos old now couldn't. How about a babysitter who will give your child the adequate care it needs?
2006-12-03 07:05:37 · answer #7 · answered by ... 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes if they are sleeping or sick. You should give them pedialyte in place of the formula if they don't want formula. But I would consult a doctor. Free clinic if you don't have insurance.
2006-12-03 07:04:39 · answer #8 · answered by micaso1971 5 · 0⤊ 3⤋
my three week old goes that long between feedings yours should have no problem feed on demand
2006-12-03 07:08:05 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
your baby should eat twice his weight in ozs a day
8lb baby =16 oz so if your baby is getting that he should be fine
2006-12-03 07:06:42 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋