overeating?

Question

Any other exclusively breastfeeding mom's ever concerned that their baby is eating too much? Why did you think so? What did you do?

Answer

Our ebf 1 month old baby boy eats about 6 oz every 2-3 hours (I know that  because that's what I get off one breast when I pump and also what he takes when my husband gives him a bottle of expressed milk when I need a break). He is 12lb 11oz and has gained 3.5lbs since birth. I was expecting a lecture from our pediatrician at our one month appointment, but instead he was thrilled! He said there's nothing to worry about and to continue feeding on demand - he's just a healthy, growing baby boy. So I wouldn't worry mama, unless baby seems to be having a hard time (ex spitting up, minimal weight gain, etc). You're doing a great job!

Answer

In the breastfeeding class I went to the basically said breastfed babies can't over eat. Sometimes I can tell mine has gotten too much and he just burps, spits some up, and is good to go! And he doesn't get hungry sooner or anything like I thought he would when he first started doing that. I finally put two and two together that my right breast is over producing and he would always do it after eating off that side. I usually only feed off one side at each feeding unless he seems to still be hungry after he empties one side.

Answer

Breastfed babies don't overeat. It's amazing how perfectly they know what they need and if they seem to be eating more, it's to help build up supply and support their growing bodies/changing needs. Even the composition of milk changes as they get older. Truly amazing! Trust your baby and body 😊

overeating?

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