little man feeds all the time

juicee · Mar 13th, 2012, 05:34 AM

My little boy is 10 weeks old and seems to feed all the time, every hour and half to at most 2hrs, with exception of nights when he settles about 930 and sleeps from 5-6 hrs before waking for feed. He suffers with colic and reflux, and was prescribed gaviscon but struggles to take it. By day he won't sleep unless he is in my arms as soon as I put him down he wakes up. Have any of you had the same issues and could offer me some advice I would really appreciate it, thanks jules, x

Lownthwaite · Mar 13th, 2012, 08:39 AM

Hi

Congratulations on your little boy.

His want to feed frequently is totally normal. This behaviour is to increase your supply to the level he needs. This type of feeding is to be expected - although it won't last forever don't worry.

In the meantime try to adapt to his feeding. Have you considered babywearing? Having baby in a wrap or sling can leave you your hands free to get on with day to day activities whilst baby sleeps (and in some carriers you can also feed).

I used to find putting LO down to make myself lunch an issue. To get round it I would (or DH would) make me a packed lunch the night before. Something easy to eat with one hand. Sandwiches, crisps, salad etc thing that you can get from the fridge with one hand

It is amazing what you learn to do with one hand

Just remember that the constant feeding doesn't last forever.

MummyKK · Mar 13th, 2012, 09:11 AM

My daughter is 8 weeks old and exactly the same. When she was born i couldnt understand why she was crying when shed had a good feed half an hour ago but now i just go with it and feed her when shes hungry which seems to be all the time! Im hoping it wont last for much longer but ive a feeling shes comfort sucking for at least some of the time. Glad to hear im not the only one! X

lynnikins · Mar 13th, 2012, 10:22 AM

it is quite normal, i would try to get your LO to have some awake time now after each feed then a nap it will help spread out the feeds a bit and your LO will start taking interest in toys around now

lilyanne · Mar 13th, 2012, 10:33 AM

Have you tried a swing? Perhaps the slight upright position and rocking would help LO nap so you don't have to hold him all of the time? For us it was a lifesaver because Phoebe was a snacky baby and never wanted to nap.

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juicee Pregnant (Expecting) Active BnB Member Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 20	little man feeds all the time My little boy is 10 weeks old and seems to feed all the time, every hour and half to at most 2hrs, with exception of nights when he settles about 930 and sleeps from 5-6 hrs before waking for feed. He suffers with colic and reflux, and was prescribed gaviscon but struggles to take it. By day he won't sleep unless he is in my arms as soon as I put him down he wakes up. Have any of you had the same issues and could offer me some advice I would really appreciate it, thanks jules, x

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Lownthwaite Mum (Mom) BnB Addict Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: England Posts: 3,142	Hi Congratulations on your little boy. His want to feed frequently is totally normal. This behaviour is to increase your supply to the level he needs. This type of feeding is to be expected - although it won't last forever don't worry. In the meantime try to adapt to his feeding. Have you considered babywearing? Having baby in a wrap or sling can leave you your hands free to get on with day to day activities whilst baby sleeps (and in some carriers you can also feed). I used to find putting LO down to make myself lunch an issue. To get round it I would (or DH would) make me a packed lunch the night before. Something easy to eat with one hand. Sandwiches, crisps, salad etc thing that you can get from the fridge with one hand It is amazing what you learn to do with one hand Just remember that the constant feeding doesn't last forever.

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MummyKK Mum (Mom) Active BnB Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Ireland Posts: 138	My daughter is 8 weeks old and exactly the same. When she was born i couldnt understand why she was crying when shed had a good feed half an hour ago but now i just go with it and feed her when shes hungry which seems to be all the time! Im hoping it wont last for much longer but ive a feeling shes comfort sucking for at least some of the time. Glad to hear im not the only one! X

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lynnikins Pregnant (Expecting) BnB Elite Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: East Midlands Posts: 15,432	it is quite normal, i would try to get your LO to have some awake time now after each feed then a nap it will help spread out the feeds a bit and your LO will start taking interest in toys around now

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lilyanne Mum (Mom) Chat Happy BnB Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,517	Have you tried a swing? Perhaps the slight upright position and rocking would help LO nap so you don't have to hold him all of the time? For us it was a lifesaver because Phoebe was a snacky baby and never wanted to nap.

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