Question
A three-and-a-half-month-old baby has experienced a decrease in appetite after receiving the pertussis vaccine, consuming only 600 milliliters of breast milk per day, and has recently seen an increase in sleep duration to 18-20 hours. The intervals between meals are 5-6 hours, with each meal consisting of approximately 190 milliliters, totaling about 850 milliliters. Is this situation normal?
Answer
Hello, I am a rapid consultation doctor, glad to answer your questions. It is normal for a baby to experience a decrease in appetite and discomfort after receiving a vaccine. Currently, the increase in your baby’s food intake indicates that they are gradually recovering. Please continue to observe if your baby has any other discomfort symptoms. I hope these suggestions can help you, and wish your baby a healthy growth!