Sleeping at night question

[maggiebella25]

Hello All,

My son is 9 week old. He usually sleeps around 3 hours in between feedings at night. Last night he slept for five hours before waking up to eat. Is this normal or okay? I am worried because its not his usual pattern. Should I send more milk to daycare today then I normally would because he didn't get up 3 times to eat only 1?

Thanks,

Mags

[maddmom0326]

nothing to worrie about he wasnt hungry. He shouldnt need anymore milk during the day, but if it makes you feel better go ahead. Have worry free day!!!

[April07834]

Babies need the same amount of bm in a 24 hour period.  So if he didnt wake to eat, he may need more during the day. I would send it just to be safe.

[gdiamante]

Send the same amount, always. They get more efficient as they get older...he probably took in more.

But don't get too used to the sleeping pattern...he will change it!

[fireldybug]

My daughter is 6 weeks old and sleeps through the night, she usually does a 6-7 hour stretch then she wakes up every 3 to eat.  If you want send more to daycare just in case, don't worry babies eat when they are hungry.

[Candi1024]

I had the same worries, but it never changed what the baby ate at school. Of course, Feed her right before you bring her. Also I always keep a couple frozen bags at school, just in case. But they have never fed her more than 12 oz in 10 hours.