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Growth Spurts

Growth Spurts

Many babies are fussy during a growth spurt and will want to nurse longer and more often. This is called cluster feeding. This is your baby’s way of helping you increase your milk supply so that you can keep up with their needs. Remember, the more your baby nurses, the more milk your body makes.

Growth spurts can happen at any time, and every baby is different.

They often happen at these ages:
Two to three week old baby sleeping
2 - 3 Weeks
Six week old baby resting comfortably
6 Weeks
Three month old baby during early development
3 Months
Six month old baby sitting with support
6 Months
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What you can do:

  • Follow your baby’s lead
    • Nursing more often will help build up your milk supply.
    • Once your supply increases, you will likely be back to your usual routine.
  • Learn more:
CDC’s Developmental Milestones
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