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Should i be concerned if my six week can't nurse properly she is born 6week earlier i use to bottle feed her(with breast milk)but.?

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Dr. Carlos Jesurun answered

Lactation specialist: Not sure i understood the question but it sounds like you are having trouble with your infant breast feeding as the infant was born premature. A lactation specialist which they should have in the hospital can give you a great deal of advice. There are many people in the community that the dr could refer you to that might be very glad to help.

Answered 2/25/2014

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A member asked:

Should i be concerned if my six week can't nurse properly she is born 6week earlier i use to bottle feed her(with breast milk)but.?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Carlos Jesurun answered

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