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My son is 5 weeks. he went from a 3.5oz bottle straight to 5oz. is that a big jump and is it too soon... first time mommy?

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Normal : It's totally fine as long as he doesn't spit up everything he eats

Answered 3/31/2014

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Being a mom: Is he eating well? Throwing up much? Is he growing? Does he seem satisfied? Is he sleeping much of the day?

Answered 3/31/2014

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