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How often should my 3 1/2 month old breastfeed?

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A baby that young should be fed on demand, especially when being breastfed. The milk is so perfectly designed that it is digested very quickly and efficiently. Both of my 3. 5 month olds could wait no longer than 2. 5-3 hours between feedings, and those were complete feedings.

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posted by JaneElgin (8)
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A 3 1/2 month old baby should be breast-fed as often as he/she needs to be nourished. By 3 1/2 months old, a baby usually nurses every 4-5 hours. But a smaller baby may need to nurse more frequently. Continue to breast-feed as often as needed to maintain a good milk flow.

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posted by gummie (734)
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Breast feed every three hours. Put the baby on the first breast for fifteen minutes then burp. Put baby on the next breast for fifteen minutes and then burp.

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This can vary from baby to baby, but will typically be every 2-3 hours. A baby who is sleeping through the night may need to eat more often during the day, while a baby who is still waking up at night to nurse may not need to eat as often.

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As often as the baby wants. As long as she is wetting her diaper and growing, she is getting enough.

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posted by abd (12)
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My baby is 4 months old.... he nurses every 3-4 hours on demand.... it depends on how much he sleeps at night. If he sleeps 6-8 hours during the night, he is often more hungry.... your baby will let you know when he is hungry....

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posted by Anonymous  
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