Should I wake my infant to feed?
My two month old son is overweight according to our pediatrician (6.1kg/13.5 lb), and the pediatrician advised us to give him 4 ounces of milk every 2 hours in order to manage his weight.
Sometimes, he sleeps for 3-4 hours at a time. Is it okay to feed him after 3-4 hour sleep, or should we follow the 2 hour interval and wake him up?
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The advice at the hospital where I gave birth was that you let babys sleep unless they are underweight or have some other medical condition that makes it necessary to wake them. Healthy babys will let you know when they are hungry.
Also, in my very limited experience, waking/feeding the baby on a schedule can get them so used to that schedule that they're going to stick to it even when they could sleep longer, while letting the baby decide when it's hungry can get you more rest at night sooner.
BUT, ask your baby's pediatrician or your midwife if you are at all unsure. They are the ones that know your baby and can give medical advice that fits to your situation.
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