How to Determine if a Baby is Getting Enough Breast Milk?

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How to Determine if a Baby is Getting Enough Breast Milk?

Answer

When a baby suckles breast milk, you can hear swallowing sounds, which indicate that the baby is effectively nursing. Generally, a baby should nurse for more than 5 to 6 minutes each time, and your breasts should feel less engorged after feeding. After feeding, the baby will release the nipple on its own and show good spirits or fall asleep peacefully. Moreover, you can also observe that the baby’s height and weight should increase steadily each week or month, indicating that the baby is getting enough nutrition.