Many experts say it’s best to follow your baby’s hunger cues rather than adhere to a strict feeding schedule — especially in the newborn stage. This is often called "on demand" or "responsive feeding," and you can do it whether you breastfeed or feed your baby through a bottle. What are typical cues moms should be aware of? What does responsive feeding look like after a baby starts eating solids? And why do some moms choose to continue responsive feeding into toddlerhood?

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