A baby who is one month old is still very young and delicate. At this time, the baby's appetite is generally small, so the time for breastfeeding is relatively short and the frequency of breastfeeding is high every day. But many mothers find that their babies are lazy and slow to breastfeed. What's going on? How much milk should a newborn eat in a day?
What's wrong with a one month old baby being lazy and slow to breastfeed
1. If a child is breastfed, the slow breastfeeding of a one month old child may be caused by insufficient breast milk from the mother. Due to the mother's insufficient milk, the baby cannot eat enough, so the breastfeeding time will slow down and become longer. If this is the case, the mother can take some small folk remedies to promote milk secretion, which can increase milk production!
2. A baby who eats formula milk has a slow feeding speed, which is likely due to the small milk holes on the nipple, making it difficult for the baby to suck milk out. This can result in a longer feeding time and slower feeding speed. Mothers can check their baby's nipple. If it is because the pacifier is not suitable, then it is necessary to replace the pacifier for the baby in a timely manner.
3. A one month old baby may have a slow feeding speed, which may also be due to the baby's intense and tired feeding, so the baby will rest while feeding, resulting in a slower feeding speed. At this point, the mother can pull the baby's ear to make the baby eat all at once and prevent the baby from developing the habit of eating and playing at will. This can regulate the baby's feeding speed.
How much milk should a newborn consume per day
According to observations, newborns aged between half a month and one month can breastfeed 6-7 times a day, and up to 12-13 times a day;
The milk volume can range from 60-70ml per session to 150-180ml per session;
The duration of each feeding session can range from less than 10 minutes to more than 30 minutes;
The interval between breastfeeding is as short as 1.5-2 hours, and as long as 4-5 hours.
Some mothers become anxious and anxious when they see that other children can eat more than their own children and are overweight. They try every means to make their children eat more, even forcing them to finish the only 10ml of milk left in the bottle. However, this approach is completely wrong. The result of forced eating can increase the burden on the child's liver and kidneys, which may lead to the child refusing to eat milk; The result of forced eating can also lead to psychological harm, ultimately causing anorexia and affecting the physical and mental health of children. So, is there a reference value to reassure mom?
Based on the child's weight, age, and physiological needs, we can recommend a simple calculation method to you. Newborn heat demand: 60 kcal/kg body weight · day in the first week; During the 2nd to 3rd week, 100kcal/kg · d; Water demand: 120-150ml/kg · d.
This article provides a detailed explanation of the reasons for newborns to have full milk intake, as well as how much milk a newborn should consume in a day to be considered normal. As a parent of a newborn, if you find that your baby is breastfeeding slowly, it is best to take timely measures to improve the situation and try to ensure that the baby eats enough milk every day.
