Mel- I think that is alot. I was looking at the info that I got at mothers group the other day, and it says NOTHING about how much we should be feeding. Kaetlyn is on two meals per day, and each is 2 table spoons of fruit or vege.
I do remember reading that babies do not yet have the ability to work out when they are full- that function of their brain is still not developed. I will read more on it tonight- I have a great book a dietitian gave me from work.
What could also be happening is Jack is eating as much as he is given, and is happy, so his stomach will stretch to fit it all in (some babies will chuck it back up- Kaetlyn does if she has had to much). As adults the same thing happens. ie large people tend to eat larger amounts. sorry. Their bodies have become 'aclimatised' to eating these large amounts. I hope this helps, let me know if you want more info.
Although in saying all this, he has always been a big boy. How much does he weigh now?
Also a tip for babies with constipation- take out rice cereal all together- as it is fortified with iron, and Iron supplements quite often cause constipation!
Okay will am going to bed, trying to get an early one again! LOL last night I got to sleep about 2, the night before it was 3!
I have just ironed the clothes for the wedding tomorrow, and hehehe I have matched DH's clothes with Kaetlyns dress- he is wearing a purple shirt! I couldnt match him with me- I am wearing black top and grey pants. LOL it would look more like we are going to a funeral!
Night night all!





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