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How many times should i bottle feed my six weeks old baby?

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Dr. Shah Chowdhury answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Infant Feeding: Every 3 hourly on an average. At night can give 4-6 hours gap. Plan from now to breast feed your next child for at least 6 months.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 10/24/2017

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