Question
Is it normal for a 42-day-old baby to be awake while breastfeeding?
Answer
The baby has been crying and fussing a lot lately, and doesn’t eat much. From four to nine days old, each feeding session lasts 40 to 30 minutes, and an additional 30 milliliters of formula are required. After ten days, the feeding time gradually decreases to 20 minutes, with milk from both breasts consumed. After feeding, the baby can sleep for 3 hours, at least once a day. The baby will fuss for an hour after feeding and then sleep for another 20 minutes. It is recommended to supplement nutrition along with trace elements; you can have the baby tested for trace elements and appropriately supplement calcium, which can help improve the baby’s appetite and sleep.