A new mother who is breast-feeding her newborn asks the nurse, "How will I know if my baby is drinking enough?" Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?

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A reliable indicator that a baby is getting enough breast milk is the number of wet diapers they produce daily. Between 6 to 12 wet diapers indicate adequate hydration and milk intake.

A New Mother Who Is Breast-Feeding Her Newborn Asks the Nurse