What to do if baby sleeps while feeding?
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What to do if baby sleeps while feeding?
If your baby falls asleep and stops feeding (it’s possible for babies to continue feeding while they are sleeping), gently stroking their hands and feet can stimulate them to stay awake for longer.
Is it OK to let baby sleep while breastfeeding?
Many mothers feel guilty for breastfeeding their baby for comfort or as they drift off to sleep. Breastfeeding your child to sleep and for comfort is not a bad thing to do– in fact, it’s normal, healthy, and developmentally appropriate.
Can I just pump and not breastfeed?
If you believe that breast milk is the best food choice for your child, but you are not able to breastfeed, or you don’t want to, that’s where pumping comes in. It’s absolutely OK to pump your breast milk and give it to your baby in a bottle.
Does pumping burn as many calories as breastfeeding?
Exclusive breast pumping can also be an option if you’re unable to breastfeed but want breast milk to be a part of your parenting plan. You may lose some of the weight gained during pregnancy while exclusively pumping. Pumping mothers can burn up to 500 extra calories per day.
Can you mix formula and breastmilk?
While there’s nothing wrong with mixing breast milk and formula in the same container, it’s not recommended simply because you don’t want to waste a single drop of your precious breast milk. Formula from a bottle that your baby has drunk from must be discarded within an hour of preparation.
Do formula fed babies sleep longer?
It is easier to digest, which may contribute to more frequent night wakings. On the other hand, formula is harder to digest and may help your baby sleep marginally longer. However, formula does not help your baby fall back asleep quickly as it does not contain sleep hormones.
Do breastfed babies ever sleep through the night?
It is common for breastfed babies to not sleep through the night for a long period of time. On the other hand, some breastfed babies start sleeping through the night when a few months old. Both of my children nursed once (occasionally more) at night through their second year.
