How can I tell if my baby is full?

Satiety cues are your baby’s way of showing he is satisfied and no longer hungry.  Here’s a few you might recognize at the end of breastfeeding:

• baby’s hands are open and relaxed
• baby’s body feels relaxed, “loose”
• baby may have hiccups but is calm and relaxed
• baby may fall asleep
• baby may have a “wet burp” (milk can be seen dribbling out of the mouth)
• baby seems peaceful

Note the newborn’s open hand, a signal that he is relaxed and getting full!

More info:
Breastfeeding on cue or baby led feedings

References:

Wilson-Clay, B., Hoover. K (2005) The Breastfeeding Atlas Manchaca, Texas. LactNews Press

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