HomeQuestions & AnswersMy baby is 1 month and 10 days old. Since day 1 he is nothing taking feed directly from my breast. I was using nipple shield but It was taking me an hour for one feed so my gynecologist suggested me breast pump and bottle. I am using feeding bottle to feed him but in the middle I am trying to breastfeed him directly, for once or twice he took directly from mine but after that he refuse to take and cries constantly . How can I make him breastfeed ?
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My baby is 1 month and 10 days old. Since day 1 he is nothing taking feed directly from my breast. I was using nipple shield but It was taking me an hour for one feed so my gynecologist suggested me breast pump and bottle. I am using feeding bottle to feed him but in the middle I am trying to breastfeed him directly, for once or twice he took directly from mine but after that he refuse to take and cries constantly . How can I make him breastfeed ?
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A. very important to see that position and attachment while breastfeeding the child is proper.
if improper the child will continue to suck for long hrs without getting any milk
meet lactational counsellor who will guide regardingf this.
see videos on you tube for breastfeeding position and attachment.
take plenty of water, home made diet, seasonal fruits and vegetables, fmilk for increasing breast milk for yourself.
take 15 to 30 days weight and growth assessment by the doctor.
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