Newborn Q&A | Questions about newborns

Why does my baby suddenly want to feed every hour?

It’s called a growth spurt. You can expect one around week 4 and then again around
week 6 – 8.

Go through the process of elimination and try other calming strategies before you feed him. If this doesn’t work, you can assume that he is going through a growth spurt. This also means he might wake up more frequently during the night – feed feed him accordingly. A growth spurt usually lasts 24 – 48 hours. Make sure to get back to your normal feeding/sleeping routine as soon as possible after the growth spurt.

What this means for baby:

• Windy, lots of grunting and struggles to settle
• Might feed up to every hour

What this means for you:

• Up your fluids
• Sleep whenever you can
• Eat small, healthy meals
• Smile – life will get back to normal soon!

One Response to “Why does my baby suddenly want to feed every hour?”

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