How to arrange feeding time for newborn

For many first-time mothers, the feeding time of the newborn is an issue that cannot be ignored. If they feed too much, they are afraid that the baby will be bloated, and if they feed too little, they are afraid that the baby will be hungry. It is generally difficult to control the feeding time, which is also the most headache for many mothers during the feeding process. So how do you arrange the feeding time for a newborn? Let’s learn more about it through the following introduction.

1. In theory, breastfeeding is on-demand breastfeeding and there is no strict time limit. However, if the baby is still sleeping for more than 3 hours, the baby should be woken up. The following methods can be used: change the baby's diaper, touch the newborn's limbs, palms and soles of the feet, and gently rub the baby's earlobes to wake the baby up. If the above method is ineffective, another method can be used. The mother holds the baby's head and neck with one hand and the baby's waist and hips with the other hand. Hold the baby horizontally, place it in front of the chest, and gently rock it several times. The baby will open his eyes. After the baby wakes up, the mother can breastfeed the baby.

2. Babies who are mixed-fed or bottle-fed should also be fed every 3-4 hours. As newborns grow older, each newborn has his or her own personality traits and will gradually form his or her own eating habits. Some newborns will naturally extend the intervals between feedings at night. Parents should observe the newborn carefully. If the newborn responds poorly to stimulation, does not cry or make a fuss, is listless, has a dark or pale complexion, cold limbs, and has rapid or irregular breathing, this indicates that the newborn is likely to have certain diseases and should be taken to the hospital for treatment in time. If the baby's breathing is regular and steady, he is in good spirits and has a rosy complexion, the mother does not need to worry. This type of baby is a quiet type, characterized by sleeping a lot, not crying, little reaction to external stimuli, sometimes no active request for feeding, and needs to be woken up every 3-4 hours.

Through the above introduction, we know how to arrange the feeding time for newborns. When feeding the baby, we must feed the baby full, and do not feed too frequently. This is not good for the newborn, and the mother will not get a good rest. In addition, when feeding the baby, pat the back to prevent hiccups.