A practical guide for expectant and new mothers
Seven Feeding Tips
Breastfeeding should not remain painful.
Persistent nipple pain, damage, or a shallow latch deserves attention.
Listen for swallowing.
Effective feeding involves more than sucking.
Make sure you get a deep latch.
A shallow latch and inability to flange the lips or maintain flange may need assessment.
Clicking may be a clue.
Clicking can indicate that your baby's tongue is not working effectively. It can result in poor milk transfer and air swallowing.
Coughing or choking during feeds needs attention.
Recurrent episodes warrant prompt assessment.
Choose bottle carefully.
The nipple and the flow rate affect how the tongue will work. Ask for advice from a feeding specialist. Bottle companies can put on the package anything that they want. It is not supported by research or expertise.
Get help early.
Feeding difficulties are better managed when promptly addressed with skilled intervention.
Feeding Is a Skill Your Baby Learns
Your baby's tongue, lips, cheeks, and jaw work together to latch, suck, swallow, and breathe.
When these movements aren't working together effectively, breastfeeding or bottle feeding may become difficult.
Pediatric Feeding & Swallowing Associates specializes in evaluating and treating infant oral function and feeding difficulties, including breastfeeding and bottle-feeding challenges.
Save this guide before your baby arrives.
Why families seek help
- painful latch
- poor milk transfer
- clicking or air swallowing
- coughing or choking during feeds
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St. Petersburg, FL 33702
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Maitland, FL 32751