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Baby 3 weeks old. breastfed. lots of wet diapers and poohs. has gained birth weight. sometimes only feeds for 5 mins. is that long enough ?
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Relax. Sounds fine.: Congratulations and best wishes. I'm adding a link that might reassure you. The things you note suggest that all is well. Enjoy your new baby. Rest and eat and love. Both of you are learning how to do these new things. http://www.babycenter.com/404_how-long-is-my-baby-supposed-to-nurse-in-one-sitting_8911.bc be well!
Answered 3/16/2014
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Efficiency: The breast has the ability to push milk in like the gas pumps at a Nascar race.In 5 min they get about 80% of what is there. Some babies look at feeds as just feeds and act this way.Some linger to enjoy the closeness and need the additional nurturing.If baby is filling out okay I would just enjoy the extra free time.
Answered 7/4/2016
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