When should I contact my healthcare provider about my child's feeding concerns?
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you notice
1. Poor feeding: No interest in feeding, poor sucking, excessive sleepiness beyond normal newborn patterns.
2. Dehydration signs: Fewer wet nappies (less than 6-8 per day) or none in 12 hours, dry mouth, sunken fontanelle.
3. Significant behaviour changes: Unusual lethargy, persistent crying, or dramatic changes in feeding patterns.
4. Breathing difficulties: Struggling to breathe during or after feeds, colour changes.
Remember to bring your baby's health booklet and feeding diary to appointments.
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