Common Breastfeeding Problems & Solutions

Are you a new mother who recently started breastfeeding? Chances are that you must be running into some problems. Learn from our experience of common breastfeeding problems & effective solutions.

Breastfeeding is a wonderful experience for a young mother making her feel attached to her baby while providing them all the necessary nutrition they can need. Most of the mothers however face one or more of some common issues which keep them worried and running to the doctor. Learn about some common issues and effective solutions to make the experience even more pleasurable for the baby and the mom.

Common Breastfeeding Problems & Solutions

1) Gassy Baby

Is your baby forming too much gas while being fed? There are a couple of reasons for a baby forming gas. If you have already ruled out food-related allergy in a baby then the only reason can be due to the improper feeding technique. Babies tend to swallow air during feeding especially if they are not latched on correctly. Make sure that you follow proper latching techniques and burp the baby properly to make sure that baby is relieved of any gas that is formed.

2) Baby Not Feeding Properly

A common mistake made by new mothers is not to notice if the baby has breathing room during feeding. Since the baby’s mouth is busy feeding, the only way they can actually breathe is through their nose. Make sure that baby’s nose if not covered by the breast and there is proper airflow available for the child. The absence of proper breathing room can make the baby open their mouth and unlatch quickly.

3) Baby Unable to Latch due to Inverted/Flat Nipples

If you have inverted or flat nipples then that can make it difficult for the baby to latch properly. Next time when you are nursing, try taking the outer part of the areola between your thumb and forefinger and compress the entire area for the baby to suckle upon.

4) Neck & Shoulder pain while Feeding

Many moms all around the world face neck and shoulder pain while feeding due to improper holding technique. next time while feeding, please sit in a comfortable chair with good back support and avoid leaning into the baby which can cause neck pain and also make it difficult for the baby to feed properly. Consider using a specialized breastfeeding pillow which can make a massive difference in the overall feeding experience.

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