![]() 6 Fever, diarrhoea and vomiting, or overheating, can cause dehydration in infants. If your baby has dark-coloured urine, a dry mouth or jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), or if she is lethargic and reluctant to feed, she could be dehydrated. Seek medical advice if you’re concerned or if you have noticed her dirty nappies decreasing in wetness and heaviness. The number of poos and wees your baby has per day is a good indicator of whether or not she is getting enough milk – see our article explaining the pattern your baby should be following in Breastfeeding your newborn: What to expect in the first week. 5,6,7 If your baby has lost 10% or more of her birth weight, or she hasn’t started gaining weight by days five to six, you should seek medical advice immediately. ![]() However, after that they should gain at least 20 to 30 g (0.7 to 1 oz) per day and be back to their birth weight by day 10 to 14. It’s normal for newborns to lose 5% to 7% of their birth weight in the first few days – some lose up to 10%. The following are signs your baby isn’t getting enough milk: She may not be latching well, or might have a condition that makes it harder to take in milk. She may not be breastfeeding frequently enough, or for long enough, particularly if you’re trying to stick to a breastfeeding schedule rather than feeding on demand. Signs your baby isn’t getting enough milkĮven though low milk supply is rare, your baby may still struggle to get enough for other reasons during her first few weeks.
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