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Newborn lost weight. hes 8.6lbs from 8.15 in 10 days. dr says feed every 3 hrs. why so often?should i just go straight formula

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Being a mom: No. You are doing just fine. Your doctor is right. This recommendation is not extreme, abnormal, or 'too often'.

Answered 3/7/2014

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