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Is it normal for my 2 months old son to sleep 5-6 hours a day, and is not gaining weight fast enough ?

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Dr. Christopher Wilson answered

Specializes in Sleep Medicine

No: Your 2 month old son should be sleeping probably 2-3 times this amount. He needs to be seen by his pediatrician.

Answered 12/12/2012

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