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

Posted on Sun, 24 Jan 2016

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Sun, 24 Jan 2016 Answered on

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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.

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

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar