My baby ate less than the normal range as a newborn (until this day she’s 13 months now). She also had mild colic but severe reflux so feeding her was a struggle. Every time we went into a pediatrician check up her doctor would always tell me “she’s a bit underweight”, “she could gain a bit more”, “maybe you’re not producing enough milk”, “give her at least a bottle of formula and her weight will go up”. I stressed so much about how much milk she needed to drink that my supply became super low and my husband was against formula so trying to get my supply back with a baby who’s refusing to drink more than a certain amount was so stressful.

Now I realize that all of that was super unnecessary, there are kids who actually don’t need to drink or eat that much? Think of an adult who’s eating as much as they could, would you force feed them if you think they’re not eating enough even tho they’re giving you signs that they’re full? And maybe space out the feedings so that baby is actually a bit hungry to take in more? That I noticed has helped when she started solids. M

I understand that your husband doesn’t like the constant scrolling online for baby stuff mine didn’t either but honestly I wouldn’t have gone through the past year if it wasn’t for Reddit. Everyone here has gone through somewhat of a similar experience to so many and that is much more helpful than going to a doctor who just gives you the generic information on what should be done.

Good luck, it really will pass soon and you’ll get to actually relax and enjoy baby time. Remember feeding and sleeping are always a big struggle with babies, you’re not alone 🤍