Feeding Guide

Once you start introducing food, the amount of milk your baby will drink will reduce gradually. The following table shows how much a baby usually drinks. Your baby may need more or less than shown in this table, which is provided as a guide. Never leave your baby alone during feeding.

* Assumes weaning at 6 months. Your baby may need more or less than shown in the table, which is provided as a guide.

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Breastfeeding, Nutritional Advice, Weaning

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