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How do you know if the baby is getting milk?
  1. The baby will burp and regurgitate often.
  2. The baby will open its mouth wide, pause, and then close it again.
  3. The baby will be sucking on the tip of the nipple only.
  4. The baby will suck all over the breast.
Explanation
Answer: B - The baby will open its mouth wide, pause, and then close it again when the baby is successfully getting milk. As the baby pauses, its mouth fills up with milk. You will see the baby open his mouth wide for a second or two, then close it before opening it again.
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