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My 3-month-old sleeps 6-9 hrs straight at night. during the day, he's alert and smiley and nurses every 2-3 hrs. should i wake him up at night to eat?
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Let sleeping baby...: As long as your baby is happy and healthy, and gaining appropriate height, weight, and head circumference, there is no need to wake him. Be aware that sleeping patterns can change. With this in mind, be thankful for those 6-9 hours a night.
Answered 11/11/2013
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