Question
How often should a newborn be breastfed each day?
Answer
For newborns, the “on-demand feeding” method should be adopted, which means feeding the baby whenever they show signs of hunger or when the mother feels the milk letdown. This approach not only meets the baby’s needs but also stimulates milk production and prevents engorgement. When the mother feels the milk letdown, she can gently wake the baby for feeding or express some milk to relieve discomfort.