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Question #11619
277 days ago
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Sleep cycle of infant of 2 months - #11619

Aakifa

My baby is of 2 months and few days sometimes she sleeps regularly for large intervals forcefully i feed her any how at intervals of 2-3 hrs. She feeds during sleep also but is it normal for a babyto sleeplike this. We do anything but if she sleeps like this she only opens her eyes and again goes back to sleep. She is born with cleft palate.All her reports are normal everything we checked. Only I'm being a mother first time so sometimes I see her sleeping like this gets me into confusion that is she doing good. Is sleeping for a baby of this age is normal like this . One thing more that she never cries for milk onlyshe starts sucking her finger. She is fed on formula milk . Her weightis increasing but she needs to gain more weight as for surgery it is required. Is there any thing we can give to infants for they can get more healthy and gain good weight according to there increasing age.

Age: 0.2
Chronic illnesses: Cleft palate
Weight gain
Sleep cycle
Cleft palate
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Dr. Perambalur Ayyadurai Rohith
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276 days ago
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1. It is normal for 2-month-old babies to sleep 14–17 hours a day often in short stretches and sometimes in longer intervals.

2. If your baby is waking for feeds every 2–3 hours and gaining weight it means she is doing well. Sleeping more without crying is not harmful if growth is adequate.

3. Finger sucking is a self-soothing behavior and does not always mean hunger. Continue scheduled feeding every 2–3 hours especially since she is on formula milk.

4. Since she has a cleft palate weight gain is very important for surgery so regular monitoring of her weight by your pediatrician is essential.

5. No medicine is required to improve sleep or weight at this age instead focus on proper formula feeding technique and frequent burping to avoid feeding difficulties.

6. If she becomes very lethargic refuses feeds vomits often or weight gain slows consult your pediatrician immediately for further evaluation.

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It’s not uncommon for a two-month-old to sleep for extended periods; newborns typically sleep a lot, sometimes more than 16 hours a day, and it’s normal for their sleep patterns to be irregular. Babies at this age may also feed in their sleep, known as “dream feeding,” which is a normal behavior. It sounds like you’re doing the right thing by ensuring she’s fed every 2-3 hours, especially since she’s feeding on formula, which is essential for her growth and development at this stage. Monitoring her weight gain is crucial given the need for her upcoming surgery. Ensure she is consuming adequate amounts of formula according to the guidelines on the formula can or as advised by your pediatrician. Regarding the lack of crying for milk, if she’s showing hunger cues like sucking her fingers and gaining weight appropriately, this is generally not a cause for concern. For additional weight gain, ensure she’s consuming the correct formula concentration; some formulas specifically designed for infants with additional nutritional needs might be available, but only change this under the guidance of a healthcare professional. Regular follow-ups with your pediatrician are important to monitor her growth and adjustments to her feeding regimen. If there are concerns about her development or sleep patterns, bring these up at her next check-up. Make sure any changes to her feeding pattern or formula are discussed with a medical professional familiar with her medical history and needs, especially with considerations like her cleft palate.

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