Article: Mommy & Baby: Nursing Questions & Answers
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Mommy & Baby: Nursing Questions & Answers
Q. How often should I nurse a newborn infant?
A. No fewer than 8 times per day, depending on how long he gives you at night. If he can go 4 hours, you?ll probably see two feedings in between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. If you tank him up right before you go to bed, you may only have one.
Q. How often should I nurse an older baby?
A. Depending on your child?s age, you should be on a 3-4 hour routine during the day. Remember, as your child gets older, the frequency of nursing sessions will drop off, but he will be eating more at each session. If you are committed to nursing past 6 months of age, it?s not recommended that you drop below 5 feedings per day. If you believe your milk supply is waning and you don?t want to stop breastfeeding, add a feedin...
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