My 2.5 weeks old newborn is waking up every 1.5 to 2 hours after latching for 30 to 45 minutes (alternating breasts when he unlatch himself). However, when He's given medela calma bottle (80 ml), he's able to last 3 to 4 hours. His diapers output are ok. When I pump out At his feeding time (when replace with bottle), I get -about 100ml each side. Wondering is it sign that he's not getting enough from latching and I should change to bottle?

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Just to add on, here is an article which listed some signs that baby may not be drinking enough: http://www.babycenter.com/0_how-to-tell-whether-your-babys-getting-enough-breast-milk_617.bc?page=2 If your baby is gaining weight, and diaper output is alright, there should be no need to worry about the latching and the amount he is drinking. Like what Vanessa mentioned, it is very likely that your baby is nursing for comfort.

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9y ago

Thanks so much for your reply!

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Home Baby 25 weeks old newborn waking every 15 2 hours after latching 30 45 minutes alternating breasts when unlatch himself however when given medela calma bottle 80 ml able last 3 4 hours diapers output ok when i pump out feeding time when replace with bottle i get about 100ml each side wondering sign that not getting enough from latching i should change bottle