How do I gradually reduce nighttime feedings?
⚡ Short answer: Gradually reducing nighttime feedings provides a gentler transition for both your baby and you.
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bir anne · Sleep
What's the right way to gradually decrease and stop nighttime feedings, not abruptly?
Maiyko AI ADVISOR
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Gradually reducing nighttime feedings provides a gentler transition for both your baby and you. The general approach works like this:
First, every 2-3 nights, reduce the duration or amount of each nighttime feeding by 1-2 minutes or 10-15 ml. When your baby wakes and cries at night, instead of immediately feeding, wait 1-2 minutes, pat their back or use a "shh" sound to soothe them. If they don't settle, give the reduced amount.
Within a few weeks, as the amount drops significantly, your baby generally stops waking for that feeding. For healthy babies over 6 months getting adequate daytime calories, completely stopping nighttime feeding is usually uneventful.
If your baby still wants feeding every night after 2 weeks, weight gain is slow, or you have other concerns, please consult your pediatrician.
Note: This information is not medical advice; please consult your doctor about medications and dosages.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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