breastfeeding difficulties

Difficulty breastfeeding? Maybe baby has a sore neck?

Any muscle that is tight in a baby’s neck has the potential to complicate breastfeeding. As an IBCLC, I work with mothers and babies to get a comfortable position and latch. Mothers contact me when this is proving difficult - for either them or their baby. Musculoskeletal issues in the baby is one reason for… Continue reading Difficulty breastfeeding? Maybe baby has a sore neck?

breastfeeding difficulties

Four reasons for clicking while feeding

Clicking on its own can be normal and nothing to worry about though its worthwhile seeing an IBCLC if it presents alongside other concerns eg. latching issues/ sore nipples / fussiness at the breast or unsettled behaviour after feeds. Clicking is a temporary loss of suction/seal and can have many causes, such as: Fast flow.… Continue reading Four reasons for clicking while feeding