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How do I know when my baby is full Or even hungry?

If you have been questioning yourself on when your baby is hungry or not, it is completely normal. I questioned myself a lot when I was just a new mom. I finally just asked someone (like you are here), "how do I know the difference or if they are just sleepy or just cranky or hungry?" Well the answer is that the baby will pull away from your breast when they are full or may even fall asleep there. A baby won't overeat. They know when to stop because that means they can go to sleep or play. If the baby is hungry it will let you know. Soon enough you will learn the babies cry and know exactly what’s wrong. If you never learn your babies cry that doesn't mean you’re a bad mom. Some babies like my 9 month old don’t have a different cry unless she is just mad. If your baby is sleepy, they may fight their sleep, I know mine does. But I believe in you that you will know the difference if your baby is hungry, sleepy or just cranky. But if your baby wants to eat every hour let it. Don't put the baby on a time schedule. I know I want to eat when I want to and so do they. Always remember THE BABY WILL EAT WHEN IT’S HUNGRY not when YOU WANT IT TO.

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