Let me share with you the 4 most important feeding-related things that every parent should take care of. They are really the basis if you want to make sure that your baby grows and gains weight, because they help your baby receive enough calories and nutrients. Yes, sometimes though there can be problems which prevent your baby from growing as expected.
🔑 Correct latch is crucial for efficient breastfeeding and ensuring the baby receives enough milk. - 🔍 Correct latch and breastfeeding duration are crucial: A good latch ensures efficient milk removal, and allowing the baby to nurse for enough time on each side helps them get the calorie-rich hindmilk.
🔑 The duration of each breastfeeding session should be determined by the baby's cues of being full. 🔍 Adjust feeding frequency as the baby grows: Newborns require more frequent feedings due to their small stomachs, but as they grow, the frequency can be spaced out while increasing the calorie intake per feeding.
🔑 Frequency of feedings should be adjusted as the baby grows and can consume more calories per feeding.
🔑 Medical reasons, such as jaundice or illness, should be ruled out if the baby is not gaining weight. 🔍 Medical reasons should be considered: If the baby is not gaining weight, a check-up with a pediatrician is necessary to rule out any underlying medical issues that may be preventing weight gain.
🔑 Chiropractic care can help with feeding problems, especially for moms who had a difficult birth. 🔍 Chiropractic care can be beneficial: Moms who had a difficult birth can face feeding challenges, and a visit to a chiropractor can help resolve these issues and support weight gain in babies.
🔑 Non-medical gastrointestinal issues can affect weight gain, and proper burping and feeding positions can help. 🔍 Non-medical gastrointestinal issues can affect weight gain: Abdominal pain, bloating, and reflux can lead to decreased calorie intake. Proper burping techniques and feeding positions can help alleviate these issues.
🔑 Low breast milk supply and poor appetite can also impact weight gain, and natural methods to increase supply are suggested. 🔍 Low breast milk supply can impact weight gain: If the baby is not receiving enough milk, their growth may be affected. Natural methods to increase milk supply should be explored if low supply is confirmed.
🔍 Alternative medicine approaches may help: Alternative medicine techniques, such as acupressure combined with baby massage, can aid in weight gain by addressing spleen-related issues and improving appetite.
