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.
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My 9-month-old daughter refuses to drink milk or eat solid food. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, My daughter is nine months old. She was exclusively breastfed for six months. We started giving her solid food after six months. I tried giving her different foods, but she was not interested in eating food. Also, I have to give her milk by distracting her because she is not interested... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. Always start with fruits in this age group and then shift to food items like rice. Avoid salt or sugar till one year. If still after doing the above, the child is not feeding appropriately, check the child's weight... Read Full »
My seven-month-old baby is not drinking enough milk. What could be the reason?
Query: Hello doctor, My baby is 7 months old. I have noticed that she is not drinking enough milk as before. Earlier, she drank about 23.33 fl oz, but now she only drinks up to 13.33 fl oz. I have also started feeding her solid foods, but she only eats up to four to five spoons and closes her mouth tightly... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. Baby's feeding requirements vary, and they may not need as much as they previously required. In this case, according to your observation, she has symptoms of a mild cold, which can cause feeding refusal. In addition, she may have a nose blo... Read Full »
I have not got my periods even six months after delivery. Why?
Query: Hi doctor,I am a mother of 6 months baby. I got my period a few months back. My baby is on combined feeding. I breastfeed two times at night and three times in a day. Is it fine to not get periods for so long? I did pregnancy tests, and it is negative. Please advise. Read Full »
Answer: 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. Breastfeeding can also delay the return of menstruation, as the hormone prolactin (necessary for breast milk pr... Read Full »
How can I cure sore nipples caused by bites during breastfeeding?
Query: Hello doctor, I would like to know how to treat nipple bite wounds caused by feeding. How long does it takes to heal? Thanks. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Nipple wounds can be extremely painful and uncomfortable. Here are some suggestions to help you heal your nipples faster to prevent future biting: Soak the nipples in warm salt water for three minutes after feeding or pumping. This can be r... 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 »
I would like to know a medicine for my baby's gas problem.
Query: Hi doctor, My daughter is 28 days old. She is suffering from gas problem. I am not sure if it is colic pain as she does not cry a lot, but she is struggling to pass gas. She is squeezing her entire body to pass gas and due to this, she is not able to sleep properly. She will wake up in the middle of... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. New born babies, who are exclusively breastfed, will usually not develop gas like adults. While breastfeeding, they swallow some amount of air, which they try to bring out and strain for that or vomit feeds. 2. It is a very common problem and can be easily overcom... Read Full »
Is it good to breastfeed two weeks after chicken pox?
Query: Hello doctor, It has been 16 days since my sister was diagnosed with chickenpox. All the scabs have vanished. She had temporarily stopped breastfeeding her six-month-old baby. Can she start feeding the baby again? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, she can start feeding her baby again, as she no longer carries the infection. Read Full »
Why is my daughter experiencing pain during bowel movements?
Query: Hello doctor, My daughter is 1 month old. Her birth weight was 7.9 lbs. After 15 days, she weighed 3.8, and then later, she weighed 9.2 lbs. Now, her current weight is 9.5 lbs. She seems to pass drop by drop motion about 15 to 20 times a day, and she has some sharp pain followed by some intermittent... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the laboratory reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You need not worry. This is common in children of this age group. You need not reduce the amount of feeding, nor do you have to start any other medication. The report is als... Read Full »
Can I take Carbamazepine while breastfeeding?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a mother of 1-month-old baby, who is exclusively breastfed. My baby is healthy and gaining normal weight. The problem is that he sleeps a lot. I have been taking Carbamazepine and Eslicarbazepine tablets for partial seizures. Are these tablets safe while breastfeeding? When I consult... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your doctor is right. Carbamazepine can get secreted in breast milk and it is the safest antiepileptic during lactation. 1-month-old baby sleeps a lot. They can sleep for about 18 to 20 hours a day. They will wake up only for feeds. As long as the baby is gaining weig... 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 »