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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Have you tried different bottles and nipples? If he's having to work too hard to drink a faster flow might help; if he's struggling to swallow what's coming out he might need a slower flow. I don't know of a lactation consultant or other specialist who could look at how your baby sucks and swallows but it might be worth asking your pediatrician or people who live near you for recommendations.[/quote]

I would try a higher flow nipple. Also try turning/swirling the nipple while feeding to keep his interest and remind him to keep eating.[/quote]

The Avent bottles suck. I’ve used them and it takes 30+ minutes to finish like 2oz. Go with the Dr.Browns or a silicone bottle. We switched to Dr. Browns glass and it was much easier for my baby to eat. [/quote]

The bottle shape, nipple, flow level, etc. really really really made a difference for my baby who sounds very similar to OP's.  OP, if I were you, I would buy a whole bunch of bottles -- including some faster flow nipples -- and test them out and see if it makes a difference.  It did for my sleepy newborn.  [/quote]

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