Breastfeeding schedule for 4 month old??

[emmysmom]

Hello.  Just wondering how often others with a 4 month old are feeding?  Typically, she has been eating every 3 hours but lately she's going 3.5 to 4 hours which is great but I'm just wondering if that is going to be often enough during the day to last through the night with only 1 feeding.  Any feedback is appreciated

[Erin (redstarfalling)]

It really depends on your lo.  If they're full feeds during the day, then a lot of babies can manage with just 1 feed overnight.  If she's only waking once overnight at 4 months, I'd count that as a good thing! 

[tstasko]

Hi!  Welcome to BW

yes, I think every 3.5-4 hrs is great.  That's exactly where I was when my DD was 4 months old.  We got to a 4 hour schedule by 4.5-5 months.  

They tend to actually eat more spaced out this far, as they take FULL feeds, and won't snack.

I'm sure you'll get some more responses.  You are right on track.  

Congratulations on your LO and doing a great job BF'ing

Tari

[RachelC]

Hi!  Welcome to the site!  Sounds like you are doing a great job listening to your lo's cues!  Keep up the great work!