Lactation Consultant

Category - Techniques

How do you know if a baby is getting enough to eat?
  1. Look at their diaper and assess the urinary output.
  2. Check to see if the mother’s breasts are engorged.
  3. Feel the baby’s stomach for fullness and bubbling.
  4. Listen to the baby’s stomach for gurgling.
Explanation
Answer: A - In order to tell if the baby is getting enough to eat, check their diaper and assess the urinary output. If the baby is getting enough to eat, their diapers will be sufficiently wet. If the baby’s diapers are not wet, it is important to check the mother’s feeding technique and the baby’s latching on and sucking.
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