I would like to know how much should a 4.5 months old baby be fed with breastmilk?This is just to make sure if i am generating enough milk for my baby.
2007-01-01 17:09:22 · 7 answers · asked by Sriram N 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
If you are nursing and he is gaining weight and in good general health then I wouldn't worry about it. If he is fussing a lot at this time which he probably is now because his appetite is getting stronger, then he is ready to be started on rice cereal. I started my daughter on it at that age and always gave it to her before bedtime so that she would be most contented through the night because it is so important for little babies to rest well. They are growing so much at this time and really need as much sleep as possible but are not quite ready to start on solid baby foods. It is a tough transition but I would advise you to try and start cereal (mix it with breastmilk as well). Your little one will be more satisfied. But if he is losing weight or is showing signs of dehydration, then I would definitely talk to your doctor about it because it may be that he is not getting enough from the breast and could be that you are not producing enough milk. But remember, the more you breastfeed, the more milk you should naturally produce and also be sure that you are drinking enough fluids as well as having a healthy diet and vitamins because it affects your lactation.
2007-01-01 17:27:41 · answer #1 · answered by Mom_of_two 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dr. Leila Denmark (who is the oldest living and practicing pediatrician in the world, and also developed the whooping cough vaccine) always advised me to watch babies weight to see if my infants were getting enough milk. Your doctor can advise you as to how much weight per day they should gain (i think i remember its like 1/2 ounce per day). If you are asking how often to feed your breast fed baby, Dr. Denmark recommended a schedule of 6am, 10am, 2pm and 6pm. She has the mother drop the 10pm feeding at 3 mo. If you are still unsure about if your infant is receiving enough milk, you can always offer 2-3 oz. of warmed formula after breastfeeding. If the baby doesn't take it, then her tummy is full. Sometimes I didn't seem to generate enough milk at the 2 o'clock feeding and i had a hefty baby so I offered formula then and again at the 6 pm feeding.
2007-01-01 17:20:33 · answer #2 · answered by DT 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At that age, it may seem like the baby is breastfeeding all of the time. The more the baby breastfeeds, the more milk you will produce. If your baby is healthy and is gaining weight, then the baby is getting enough milk.
Please check with your doctor though just to be sure.
And congrats on your baby!
2007-01-01 17:13:18 · answer #3 · answered by bandd 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
generally when breast feeding your breasts will produce just the right amount of milk for ur child....at this age most kids start to eat cerals and some jar food...ask ur baby dr what foods to give the baby
2007-01-01 17:13:32 · answer #4 · answered by Kris 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Direct your questions to Sybil at the site below. She loves to answer and make up threads about babies and pregnancies all the time. Her multiple personalities will be glad to talk with you.
2007-01-01 17:12:45 · answer #5 · answered by Legsology07 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
6-7 feedings per day!
Aprrox 35 oz and 1050 mls!!!!
(Im at work and just looked it up, I'm a pregnancy counselor! hehe)
2007-01-01 17:43:13 · answer #6 · answered by Kristin S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i dunno maybe a small bear
2007-01-01 17:16:48 · answer #7 · answered by wings_19_14 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋