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23 years
My newborn baby is sleeping for 5 hours continuosly... i try waking him up to feed him but he doesnt respond...knowing that drs say u cant leave babies more than 4 hrs without feeding them.what 2 do
Mar 9, 2015

Dr. Zakia Dimassi Pediatrics
You have to try harder to wake up your baby- letting him sleep for a full 5 hour stretch without feeding may put him at risk of developing hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)  or dehydration, as he is very small still and does not have enough reservoir in his liver yo withstand long hours without eating. If you feel your son is sleeping excessively or is lethargic, please contact his pediatrician and arrange for an appointment.
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