praveen : [praveen] asks: hello sonali ;my friend ispregnent about four month still she having sexual intercourse is theare any problem to her baby
 
 Answer: No if it is ok with the doctor then it is fine.

whocares : [whocares] asks: Am having hair around my nipple area. Is it normal? and will it interfere while breast feeding
 
 Answer: No but if your are worried you can shave it when you startt feeding.

life_rocks : [life_rocks] asks: How do I know that my body is producing sufficient milk
 
 Answer: satisfied baby, adequate weight gain and 7 plus wet nappies every day.

angel : [angel] asks: can i stop feeding after 2 months? would it cause any problems to the baby?
 
 Answer: Why do you want to stop. 6 months exclusive is the world standard.

whocares : [whocares] asks: how far do lamaze classes help in childbirth
 
 Answer: They do help because more than anything they are positive psycholigical condicioning sessions if done correctly

arti_surana : [arti_surana] asks: I am eating regularly at 2 hour interval, still then my center abdomen aches a loy. Will it harm my baby?
 
 Answer: Please have your doctor check you over.

sneha : [sneha] asks: I am applying bactobin oinment will it affect the child if not washed in water before feeding without washing in water. Is it ok to wipe in the cotton else wasing in water
 
 Answer: It is important to wipe the lotion off. Use a soft cloth and water. Do not use soap as it will dry the area

Deepti Talreja : [Deepti Talreja] asks: does breast feeding make ur breast bigger

 Answer: Preganancy makes the breasts bigger. post 8th month the size does not change. then they go back to normal once you stop.

sonali : [sonali] asks: i am pregnent for the first time. this is my first baby so kindly advice from which day i should stat feeding? Whether water can be given to new born child?
 
 Answer: Start feeding within the first hour after birth. No water should be given to the baby while exclusive feeding.

whocares : [whocares] asks: how often do i need to feed the baby
 
 Answer: First 3 months is demand feeding. Whenever the baby needs. on an average it will be every 2 to 3 hrs.

sneha : [sneha] asks:  can i use soother for my two months old bady
 
 Answer: No. It will increase the risk of infection plus it is habit forming.

Deepti Talreja : [Deepti Talreja] asks: does breast feeding make your breast bigger?
 
 Answer: No. Please refer to previouse reply

arti_surana : [arti_surana] asks: I will have my babay in december. at that time, my place will be very cold. Is it safe to use heater or Air conditioner with a newborn baby?
 
 Answer: Both are not a problem.

sneha : [sneha] asks: what is the time intervel for two months baby for feeding
 
 Answer: Every 2 to 3 hrs. depending on the baby

guwahati1 : [guwahati1] asks: i have a 3.5 mths old daughter.she passes a lot of wind .

 Answer: It is normal will subside once she sits up unsupported.

angel : [angel] asks: i would like to know still if i stop feeding after 2 months it would affect the baby in any way?
 
 Answer: If you do not feed at all still the baby will thrive on formula milk. so it is not a problem. but if you feed it is better for the baby.

sharad : [sharad] asks: thank u doctor ... this chat was really useful to me...
 
 Answer: Thank you for being with us. Goodbye.

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