As a new parent, one often grapples with the myriad of decisions surrounding the care of a delicate newborn. One particularly perplexing question arises: should I wake my newborn for feedings, especially during those precious early weeks when sleep is both a luxury and a necessity? It seems rather counterintuitive, doesn’t it? After all, we instinctively want to let our little ones rest and grow without disruption. Yet, considering the imperative nature of nourishment in those formative days, what are the implications of allowing a sleeping baby to continue dreaming? Could it be detrimental to their health or development if I let them slumber uninterrupted? Perhaps more important than just whether or not to wake them, is the rationale behind this decision. Shouldn’t one deliberate on the balance between ensuring adequate calorie intake and fostering the natural sleep patterns of an infant? How do various factors such as weight gain, feeding frequency, and even pediatric recommendations influence this dilemma?