2-month-old only sleeping around 10-11 hours per day. Should I see her doctor???

Question

My baby only sleeps 10-11 hours a day, not the 16-20 hours recommended. Often she’ll only have 5-10 minute naps through the day. At night she’ll have longer stints of sleep; like 2-4 hours. 
I know I shouldn’t be too worried about establishing a routine for another month or two. But I’m so worried she’s not getting enough sleep vital for her development. 
What is your experience? Should I see a sleep consultant yet or wait it out??? 
Please help.

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Would she sleep longer if she was being held during the day? That’s pretty common - that they wake in their bed but will sleep well in someone’s arms or a carrier. I don’t think it is  something to see a doctor about unless she seems unwell but it’s your job to help her sleep

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My daughter was never a good napper and never slept as much as you heard babies do. My daughter was a colicky baby and very gassy for she barely slept 
No need for a doctor unless you noticed a physical reason for the lack of sleep such as reflux.

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At 2 mos mine didn’t even nap 🤦🏽‍♀️. Occasionally she would for 10-15min. You’re fine lol. I mean you’ll be exhausted, but baby is fine

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I'd try to figure out why she's not sleeping more. You're right, she does need more sleep at that age. 
Is it dark and quiet enough? Does she need to be held? Is she overstimulated and can't fall asleep?

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At 2 months my daughter only napped fir 1/2 hour stints and would only sleep for 3 hours at night but now she’s 4 months old she naps for 2/3 hours and sleeps for 5-8 hours at night

2-month-old only sleeping around 10-11 hours per day. Should I see her doctor???

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