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Medical Conditions - Breast Feeding

Breastfeeding is the process of feeding a baby with milk from a woman's breast. WHO (world health organization) recommends breastfeeding your child exclusively for the first 6 months of their life. It reduces the risk of the child developing diarrhea, asthma, food allergies, diabetes, leukemia, etc., later on in their life.

All breast feeding Q&A

Could breastfeeding cause amenorrhea symptoms postpartum?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It is not uncommon for women to experience irregular periods after giving birth, especially in the first few months postpartum.

Why is my baby refusing to feed after a vaccination?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Pentaxim is Diphtheria vaccine, which causes comparatively less pain and fever. But the same can cause pain and discomfort in few babies.

Please suggest ways to wean child from breastfeeding to bottle feeding.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Bottle feeding is not recommended for any child for the long term. You can try spoon feeding.

Which diet is good for a breastfeeding woman with beta-thalassemia?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. Based on the information provided, here is my professional opinion: Low hemoglobin levels can have various causes.

Is passing stool 6 to 7 times normal for a 5-month-old baby?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for reaching out.

What to do to increase mother feeding milk?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all, we have to objectively find out whether breast milk is really less than what is required for the baby as I find this to be uncommon.

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Can breastfeeding cause jaundice?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern, and I have seen the reports that you have attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity).It is day 16 of the baby's life.

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What are causes and treatment for white patches on skin?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From pictures, it is looking like skin condition pityriasis versicolor (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). It is common during the summer months.

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How to manage a fussy and aggressive baby while feeding?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. This is a common problem most mothers will face. The success of breastfeeding involves the participation of both mother and baby.

Why does breastfeeding milk decrease in new mothers?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Start giving top feeds to the child for some time and take some days off from breastfeeding. Weight loss and a reduced urine output in the child are due to low milk intake.

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