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A member asked:
I have 8 weeks baby.his weight has decreased from his birth weight. i have nt been producing sufficient milk for baby.should i go for formula feeding.
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Yes: you definitely can supplement breast milk with formula, but is it only feeding that's causing your child to be underweight? Please follow up with your pediatrician, good luck
Answered 2/18/2015
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