{"id":545,"date":"2022-11-26T03:13:44","date_gmt":"2022-11-26T03:13:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mummysspace.com\/?p=545"},"modified":"2022-11-26T03:57:20","modified_gmt":"2022-11-26T03:57:20","slug":"why-my-baby-drinking-less-milk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mummysspace.com\/why-my-baby-drinking-less-milk\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Is My 2-Month-Old Baby Drinking Less Milk?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It can get nerve-wracking when you\u2019re feeding your little one, and they\u2019re not drinking as much milk as you\u2019d expect. I\u2019ve been there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When asking yourself, \u201cwhy is my 2-month-old baby drinking less milk?\u201d Consider whether they get as much milk as they require or an unhealthy deduction. If it\u2019s the latter, something has to be done, and I\u2019ll go over this with you in this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, let\u2019s dive in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a>Why Is My 2-month-Old Drinking Less Milk Than Expected?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are a lot of general expectations when it comes to babies and their feeding. This becomes especially daunting if your friend happens to have a 2-month-old who is drinking more than your baby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First things first, unless you saw a doctor for your baby, there\u2019s a chance that those feeding expectations may not apply to your 2-month-old. Every baby is different, so you shouldn’t expect them to consume the same food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It could be that your expectations are too high, and your baby is eating just fine. However, I suggest you call your doctor to ensure this is the case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a>How To Tell If My Baby Is Underfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve told you that your baby may be feeding just fine, but I understand that it\u2019s not easy to tell if you should be worried.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your little munchkin may be underfed. Underfeeding occurs when a baby cannot ingest enough milk to meet its growth and energy needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Luckily for us parents, some physical signs and behaviors indicate that your little one is underfed. I have arranged them for you in the table below. Demands regular feeds<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/td>Well fed<\/td>Underfed<\/td>Severely Malnourished<\/td><\/tr>
Feeding behavior<\/td>I. Baby regularly demand food. However, some babies may be patient enough to wait for their next feeding time.   II. Baby looks satisfied after feeding time and makes a fuss if you try to feed them more<\/td>I. The baby demands food much earlier than expected.   II. Baby appears unsatisfied after each meal but may still make a fuss if you try to feed them more.    <\/td>I. Baby does not demand food, i.e., crying due to hunger.   Ii. Baby sucks nipple weakly   Iii. Baby falls asleep before finishing feeding.<\/td><\/tr>
Number of wet diapers<\/td>Five or more<\/td>Four or fewer<\/td>Four or less<\/td><\/tr>
Bowel motions<\/td>I. Normal frequency which ranges from 3 times a day to once in 3 days.   II. Soft, loose, or paste consistency   Note that there are other reasons for constipation in a well-fed baby<\/td>I. Infrequent, that is, once in 3 days or even longer.   II. Dry, hard pebbly stools.   III. Increased risk of constipation<\/td>I. Infrequent   II. Constipated stools<\/td><\/tr>
Energy levels<\/td>Active, alert and energetic<\/td>Not very active, but alert<\/td>Lethargic<\/td><\/tr>
Sleep<\/td>Sleeps well<\/td>Has trouble falling and staying asleep due to hunger<\/td>Sleeps for long periods and difficult to awaken<\/td><\/tr>
Interest<\/td>Baby shows curiosity and interest in surroundings<\/td>Displays brief periods on interest when entertained<\/td>I. Uninterested   II. Wants to sleep<\/td><\/tr>
Mood<\/td>Baby seems content between feeds except when bored.<\/td>I. Baby is restless or irritable due to hunger   II. Baby demands constant attention.<\/td>Lethargic<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This table will give you a good headstart on whether your baby is underfed. The next thing you\u2019ll want to do is find out what\u2019s causing your baby not to eat enough to meet its nutritional needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a>Why Is My Baby Not Drinking Enough Milk?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are quite a few reasons why your 2-month-old may not be consuming enough milk, and if you want to help them, you need to find these causes first. It\u2019ll take a little observation on your part, but you should be able to narrow down the reason from this list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also refer to this video on babies eating less than expected by Intermountain Healthcare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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