Brief Answer: Continue breastfeeding Detailed Answer: Namasthe Welcome to Healthcare-Magic Greetings of the day Dear Ms. XXXXXXX Presence of maternal fever is definitely not a contraindication for breast feeding a neonate. You can safely take Paracetamol for fever. Maternal fever could be due to many of the causes . If the following criteria are fulfilled there is no cause for concern 1. No foul smelling vaginal discharge 2. No pain in abdomen 3. No urinary complaints like burning urination, increased frequency of urination. If the fever persists for more than 2 days or you notice development of above symptoms , consult your Gynecologist for further management. Moving to the issue of your kid, please note hiccups are very commonly seen in the kids especially new borns. 1. When the baby sucks milk, it not only sucks milk, but also air is ingested. This air causes distension of abdomen resulting in hiccups. The solution is feeding the baby with head slightly upward. Burp the baby during and after every feeds religiously. 2. Exclusive breast feeding for 6 months is recommended. Nothing else to be given, no gripe water, no water or anything else. Mother's milk is nectar for the baby. Follow good breast feeding habits and proper burping, the baby will not require anything else. I hope all your concerns have been addressed. Will be glad to assist you in case you need further information. Wishing you happy and safe motherhood. Enjoy these days. Take Care Best Regards Dr Deepak Kishore MBBS,MS,MCH Consultant Pediatric Surgeon

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