Question 1

how long can a newborn feed up to?

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You decide: Newborns get the majority of their feeding in the first 5-10 minutes of the feeding, and the rest of the time after that is just sucking/suckling time for pleasure and comfort. If you have  time and nipples are not too sore, it's fie to let them do this a couple of times a day. If your nipples are very sore, or you are pressed for time, the 10 minutes is long enough to get the nutrition they need.

Question 2

what do i need for newborn to feed it?

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Breast: Breast milk is the best choice to feed a child.

Question 3

how often should i feed my newborn baby?

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Wide range of normal: There is a wide range of normal feeding times, but babies at this age should certainly go no longer than 4 hours between feedings. Most feed every 2-3 hours.  The key is that your baby is having 4-6 wet diapers per day which suggests that they are well hydrated. I would discuss with your pediatrician.

Question 4

what is the best schedule for feeding a newborn?

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No schedule: In general, newborns wili feed every 1.5 to 3 hours, however, it's much better to tune into your newborn's hunger cues than to put her on a set schedule. Newborns regulate their own feeding quite well, so watch your baby and not the clock. Here are some hunger signs to look out for: waking, looking alert, lip smacking, sucking sounds, and turning towards breast. Crying is a late hunger signal.

Question 5

is it normal for my newborn to be feeding all the time?

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Yes: Many newborns will feed, on demand, every 1-2 hours, especially if breastfeeding.

Question 6

please give advice on how often to feed a newborn baby?

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Create a pattern: I find babies feed the best after a good nap, you can then change & play with them for a time before they tire, then rest them for two hours & do it again.Do this all day to get in ~ 7 feeds, then put them down at 11 or so & let them get you up once in the night. Feed/change &settle them again, & start the day over.This works out to about every 3h in day & 4-6 at night.

Question 7

i'd really like to know how often should a newborn feed?

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It depends : Newborn are only being fed with milk
so it depends on whether you are breast feeding or formula feeding
formula fed babies usually feed every three or four hours during the day and once or twice during night..Many newborn need 8 to 12 feedings a day 
breast fed babies can also be fed on demand till milk production is plenty, than they can be on a schedule if possible untill you start with stage one.

Question 8

why are you advised not to feed a newborn baby with a bottle?

Accepted Answer

Not necesarily: One may breast feed AND feed with a bottle.  Some advise that the infant may become used to the natural or artificial nipple. We did not find that to be the case. Don't be too rigid either way! Use what works for your baby. :-)

Question 9

my newborn baby sleeps all the time even during feeding. is that normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Babys will have their eyes closed even during feedings, that will pass quickly.
Make sure your pediatrician or obstetrician feels the same.

Question 10

can you tell me how i could feed my newborn all day long without being rude to guests?

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Feeding: Every time anyone eats before the stomach empties starts the digestive process over again and your stomach never gets a break. Your baby needs to go at least 90 minutes between feedings so his/her stomach can empty before filling it up again. This will help with digestion and having your baby on a schedule is better for you and your child. .

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