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Shall I give Aristozyme along with cholesterol drops to my baby?
Query: Hello doctor, My baby boy is 11.5 months old. His weight is 17 lbs. He is not taking anything orally except breast milk. He has been taking cholesterol drops from 9 days after birth. Now, our pediatrician advised to give Aristozyme drops. I want to know whether I can give him both the medicines. Pl... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. Aristozyme is useful when there is digestion problem associated with difficulty in growth. Your baby's weight seems fine for an 11.5 month old, which shows there must be no issues with digestion. 2. Also, we give Simyl MCT oil and HMF sachet (human milk fortifier)... Read Full »
How does stress influence breast milk production?
Query: Hi doctor, My baby girl is around 15 days old. I have had a normal delivery. At first, when she was three days old till the eighth day, I had engorged breasts with full milk but later there was a sudden drop in the supply. What might be the reason? Will the hot summer influence breast milk productio... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand the problem which you are going through. During the breastfeeding period if there are any stressors (like excessive worry regarding the baby, or sudden demise in the family) it decreases the prolactin reflex in the body and hence reduces the milk output. ... Read Full »
What can I do to boost my breast milk supply?
Query: Hi doctor,I am having a 1-month-old baby. I am giving breast milk and formula milk to my baby due to insufficient breast milk. However, my breast milk was not too low. I used to provide formula feed for one or two feeds. Three days back, I was sick, so I could not breastfeed my baby for one day. Aft... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Breast milk secretion works on a demand-supply basis. The more you breastfeed, the more milk is produced. Here is what you can do to increase your breastmilk supply: Breastfeed or pump a lot. It creates more demand and thus increases the amount. Hot fomentation of t... Read Full »
My 45-day-old baby seems fussy. Please advise.
Query: Hi doctor, My baby girl is 45 days old. She is fully breastfed. At many times, she seems to be fussy and aggressive while I nurse her. I rule out either the possibility of milk being too fast or too slow since on both occasions she seems to react the same. After being fussy, she appears to be on and... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. This is a common problem most mothers will face. The success of breastfeeding involves the participation of both mother and baby. Both of you have to learn to feed. I suggest you a few tips for a successful breastfeeding. 2. Let your baby lie in a straight line. B... Read Full »
Please provide tips about breastfeeding benefits and challenges.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 33-year-old female who is going to be a new mother. I have several questions and concerns related to breastfeeding. What are the key health benefits of breastfeeding for both the baby and the mother? How does breastfeeding contribute to the baby's growth, development, and im... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for reaching out. Regarding your inquiries about breastfeeding: Key health benefits - Breastfeeding holds significant benefits, fostering a strong bond between mother and baby. It brings them close and provides warmth. Furthermore, it plays an important ro... Read Full »
My wife is not lactating after a fever. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, My wife has delivered twin baby girls. She had delivery through C-section. She had normal breastfeeding after 11 days. After that, she got fever with high temperature. So, she went to a hospital. They gave an injection and a tablet for three days. Her fever was gone. But after that, she c... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Delivery is more stressful. There is a lot of physical work. During pregnancy, the requirement for food and blood is double. The chances of anemia, weakness during delivery and after delivery is more. Milk production also depends on many factors like genetically few mot... Read Full »
My baby has jaundice. Will breastfeeding help?
Query: Hi doctor, Our baby is 16 days old and is suffering from jaundice. Both mom and son have same B positive blood group. TSH level is normal and vitamin D oral drop is given. I have attached the bilirubin test report for your reference. Does breastfeeding affect jaundice in any way? Please advise us. T... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the reports that you have attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity). 1. It is day 16 of the baby. Bilirubin levels have increased to 15 and it is mainlyindirect bilirubinemia. 2. Thyroid-stimulating hormone levels are normal, so hypot... Read Full »
I am a soon-to-be-mother. Kindly guide me on breastfeeding.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 27-year-old female. I am going to become a new mother soon. I am eight months pregnant. Could you please provide an overview of breastfeeding, including its importance for the infant's health and development? What are the numerous benefits of breastfeeding, both for the baby and ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understand your concern. Breastfeeding is an important part of lactating and it also helps the reduction of the uterus to its non-pregnant size as far as the importance of breastfeeding is concerned breast milk is high in cholesterol especially the... Read Full »
My daughter has constipation since starting solids. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, My 19 months old daughter has been suffering from constipation since we started giving her solid food, that is since the seventh month. She cries while passing stool, and her anus becomes red after she passes stool for around two or three times a day. Our doctor suggested to skip milk an... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Constipation is a common problem for children of this age. We should try to rule out any significant medical causes like anal stenosis and for this, you have to visit a pediatric surgeon. Dietary changes like avoiding milk products should be started as suggested b... Read Full »
Why is one of my twin baby girl not gaining weight?
Query: Hi doctor, I had a month old twin baby girls. They were born in the 34th week of pregnancy. One baby was 2.2 Kg, and the other was a little weaker weighing 2 Kg. Since there is not enough mother's milk after several attempts, I had to go for artificial milk powder. Initially, as suggested by the ho... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Keep trying to give breastfeeds as much as possible till 6 months completion. Different brands of milk powder have different tastes. So, you can change what they like (as advised). Do not dilute more or give more concentrated milk. Usually, dilution mentioned on the... Read Full »