A member asked:

Tips on how to get my son to latch on? he's 1 week old & i nursed him fine for 20 minutes in the hospital. but now he won't latch on. he just cries while i try to put it into his mouth. i suffer from engorgement because of this. i'd rather nurse than pump

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Breast feeding: Each baby is different and if you already introduced him to a bottle, you may have difficulty getting him 2 latch to the breast. But dont fret, keep trying. Sometimes if ur breasts are engorged, you may need2 hop into a warm shower before u nurse so the milk flows easily and baby does nto get frustrated. Once he tastes the milk, he will want2 suck.Breast feeding progr. Rn at the hospital may help.

Answered 6/5/2014

5.2k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more