Your baby should have 6-8 wet diapers every day. If your baby is finishing the feeding in a shorter time and still acting hungry offer an extra ounce or two. A breast feeding baby will usually increase its feeding time by sucking longer or wanting to eat more often. This builds up the mothers milk supply. Your doctor will check your baby's weight at each visit and let you know if the weight gain is appropriate.
Most nurseries encourage the mothers to pump their breasts while their baby is in the hospital.
The nurses will work with you and your baby once your baby is able to begin the process of sucking, swallowing and breathing. Premature babies may take days or weeks to learn how to nurse. It is important to remember to be patient and try not to become discouraged if you have chosen to breast feed. The nutritional content of the three preparations of formula are the same. Most formula found in stores has 20 calories per ounce.