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Most young babies swallow small amounts of air while feeding, especially if they suck vigorously. If large amounts of wind build up in the gut, they can cause discomfort and crying, and increase the likelihood of regurgitation of feeds. When positioning your baby for burping after a feed, make sure that you support him in an upright position such as up against your shoulder or seated on your lap, or lie him prone over your lap and gently rub or pat his back. If he does not burp after 2 or 3 minutes he probably doesn’t have excessive wind.
Weaning your baby from the breast is often a difficult decision to make. Timing may depend on various factors, and is usually best guided by the baby himself. As he is introduced to solids his appetite for the breast may decrease. Some mothers choose to wean their babies after 3-6 months, or upon returning to work themselves. Try not to rush into weaning; it is often a gradual process, and with a little juggling you can continue some breastfeeds even though you are working. You may need to express breastmilk once or twice a day and have someone else feed your baby while you are at work. If you do decide that it is time to wean your baby, talk to your maternal and child health nurse or doctor about how to approach it. A gradual change-over period is usually recommended so that both you and your baby have time to get used to the transition.
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