Latching difficulties

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Asked for Female, 30 Years

Hi, My daughter is 26 days old and still doesn't latch. I am giving her pumped breast milk through bottle. Please help on this. Have tried a lot but she cries while I try to breast feed her.

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Dr. Girija R G Pediatrician 16 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Girija R G

Pediatrician 16 yrs exp Bangalore

26 days and not latching , she should have learnt by now 1. May be your and babies position while feeding may not to correct. 2.wanted to know in detail , whether you have any short/retracted nipples. 3 .once you start giving expressed milk in bottle, baby will be more comfortable drinking expressed milk in bottle, rather than sucking on breast.

Next Steps

can consult lactational councillor/ paediatrian to assess feeding and further management.

Health Tips

exclusive breastfeeding, try to correct position, try feeding on breast first and then express and give. adequate burping.

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