FAQs > Breast Feeding FAQ
Why is my new baby feeding so often?
Newborn babies need to feed little and often because their stomachs are so tiny. Feeding every hour or so is how they deal with this. See our 2 oz New Born - one feed bottle
When should I stop breastfeeding?
- Breastfeeding gives your baby the best start in life. You can continue to breastfeed your baby for as long as you like; some mothers choose to breastfeed for just a few weeks or months, others continue until their baby is one year or older. The Department of Health recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of a baby's life.
- Where there is a family history of atopic disease breastfeeding is particularly recommended for at least 4-6 months and preferably longer.
- Some mothers stop breastfeeding if they are returning to work. This doesn't have to be the case. You can either express milk to be given to your baby while you're at work, or alternatively, arrange for your baby to have formula feeds at these times. You can then continue to breastfeed when you're at home.
- If you are considering changing over from breastfeeding or are not sure what to do talk to your midwife, health visitor, breastfeeding counsellor or GP first, as it is not easy to go back once you have made the change.
