breastfeeding






 

Question by  tynett (23)

Are two minute nursing sessions long enough for my baby?

I nurse my baby for two minutes at a time.

 
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Answer by  benjiross (993)

two minutes is too short a time. You need to feed your baby for 10-20 minutes at least. The hindmilk that comes later has most of the calories.

 
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Answer by  Melissa101010 (4405)

No, it is not long enough. You should let the baby nurse until it stops. Then you will know baby has had enough milk.

 
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Answer by  Tabatha (440)

Babies will let you know when they are hungry! If your baby tends to fall asleep or just not interested after 2 minutes, then it should be fine.

 
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Answer by  babs70 (18)

How many times in a 24 hour period is what I would like to know. If you are getting plenty of wet diapers and baby does not appear hungry, yes

 
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Answer by  wallaby78 (2293)

Yes, if your baby seems satisfied with a short nursing session that should be fine. You know your baby best.

 
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