21/01/2025

How Do I Know My Baby is Getting Enough Breastmilk?

"How do I know if my breastfed baby is getting enough milk?" It’s a question many new parents ask, and I’m here to help answer it!

In this video, I’ll share three signs that your baby is feeding well: diaper counts, weight gain, and those adorable post-feeding cues like the “milk drunk” look.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How many diapers to expect each day.

  • What your baby’s weight gain tells you.

  • Immediate signs your baby is full and satisfied after a feed.

References: Kendall-Tackett, K. A. (2011). Normal weight gain for breastfed babies. KellyMom. Retrieved from https://kellymom.com/bf/normal/weight-gain/ La Leche League International. (n.d.). Is my baby getting enough milk? Retrieved from https://www.llli.org/breastfeeding-info/normal/ American Academy of Pediatrics. (n.d.). Breastfeeding your baby. HealthyChildren.org. Retrieved from https://healthychildren.org/

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