Have you ever wondered that, can you over breastfeed a newborn?. And if one does over breastfeed a newborn what can be the consequences?. Let’s explore this topic in depth and discuss about this, because as a parent it’s justified to worry about your baby’s safety, and you should not compromise with it.
Can You Over Breastfeed a Newborn?
A newborn baby needs to be fed every 2-3 hours because they have small stomachs and breastmilk gets digested quickly. Feeding them every 2-3 hours ensures that they get enough nutrition for antibodies and it boosts their immune system.
So, can you over breastfeed a newborn?
In case of newborns they are born with an instinct that can tell them if they are hungry or full so they usually know if they are full and can tell you that through different signs like:
If they are fussy or uncomfortable, that means they are full. One more sign could be if they start spitting up. While a little spit-up is normal, a large amount of spit-up can tell that they are full or maybe even overeaten. Also, you should watch out for bloating, as a baby being bloated after every meal can be a sign that you’re overfeeding them
In case of overfeeding, its mostly harmless and does not cause any trouble. Baby might get a little uncomfortable if you try to feed them even if they are full so try to avoid doing that.
What if you over breastfeed a newborn?
As we discussed earlier, it can be a little uncomfortable for the baby, but it doesn’t mean that it can cause problems if you do it one or two times accidentally. However if you do it on purpose or it happens consistently, then they can face other problems
First of all, it makes the baby uncomfortable so it can lead to problems like they will hesistate during feeding sessions or they would avoid feeding time by crying. Also, it can lead to more digestive issues like gas or increased spit-ups.
So, pay attention to the baby’s hunger signs and try not to overfeed them. They will demand food when they are hungry and overfeeding them will only lead to more problems.
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