The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is performing a well baby examination on a 2-month-old infant who has gained 25 grams per day in the last interval. The mother is nursing and tells the nurse practitioner that her infant seems fussy and wants to nurse more often. What will the nurse practitioner tell her?

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The infant may be going through a growth spurt, which is why they are gaining weight quickly and wanting to nurse more often. It is important for the mother to continue breastfeeding on demand and not try to stick to a strict schedule. The nurse practitioner may also recommend keeping a log to monitor the infant's feeding patterns. It is not necessary to suggest that the mother is not producing enough breastmilk without further evaluation.

The Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Is Performing a Well