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Can A 40 Year Old Mother Breast Feed A New Born?

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Posted on Tue, 8 Mar 2016
Question: Hello doctor,
Iam 40yrs old having 2children aged 19 & 13 now we are planning to adopt a baby. Is it possible that I can feed now after a gap of 13 yrs.
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Answered by Dr. Manisha Jain (13 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Not possible

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, thanks for trusting health care magic.
I understand your emotions related to the issue.
It is not possible to feed now so you will have to top feed him only.
It is a big responsibility so think and plan properly.
Take care.
Regards
Dr Manisha
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Can A 40 Year Old Mother Breast Feed A New Born?

Brief Answer: Not possible Detailed Answer: Hello dear, thanks for trusting health care magic. I understand your emotions related to the issue. It is not possible to feed now so you will have to top feed him only. It is a big responsibility so think and plan properly. Take care. Regards Dr Manisha