Four Problems And Solutions On Feeding Your Newborn
Amy Fadden
Parents always want to give their babies the very best. When it
comes to nutrition, there is nothing like breast milk. Although
it’s sound so easy to give breast milk to baby, for some women,
there are always problems. Here are some problems that might
happen and the best solutions you might want to try if you face
such problems below:
1. Problem: A common problem that majority of the moms comes
across while breastfeeding is difficulty in positioning the
baby and getting the baby to "latch on" to the breast
correctly.
Solution: This problem generally arises when mother’s breasts
are fully engorged with milk. Engorgement makes the breast hard
and flattens the nipples so the baby has nothing to latch on.
The methods that help reduce engorgement will soften the breast
allowing the nipple to protrude. An easy way to solve to reduce
engorgement is to nurse the baby as frequently as possible. You
may also consider expressing the milk using electric or hand
pumps. The expressed milk can be refrigerated and fed to the
baby later on. Wearing nipple shields half an hour before
feeding the baby may also make the nipples protrude. If this
problem still persists, you may squeeze the end of breast
lightly and offer the nipple to baby.
2. Problem: Another common problem is insufficient milk
production by moms.
Solution: To increase milk production, you can apply a warm
compress to your breasts before feedings. Doing so will make
the let down reflex better. You may also massage your breasts
during feedings. Another way to increase milk production is by
feeding your baby frequently, at least every 2-3 hours. Doing
so would stimulate more milk production. You may also consider
pumping your breasts for five minutes when you are not feeding
your baby to stimulate milk production. Furthermore, drink
plenty of fluids, eat a well-balanced diet, and take time to
relax throughout the day and night. Lastly, avoid smoking as
nicotine also decreases the milk supply.
3. Problem: Fussiness of babies while feeding.
Solution: This is the frequent problem faced by most of the
mothers. Your baby may be crying because of many reasons, e.g.,
a burp ready to come up, you might have no more milk left in
your breast or your baby may be full. Thus, stop the feeding
and make your baby burp. Thereafter, offer the second breast to
your baby if she appears to be hungry. If your baby is
bottle-fed, follow the same process, i.e., interrupt feeding
and make your baby burp at least twice or thrice while feeding.
4. Problem: Lactose Intolerance (inability to digest lactose)
to baby. Some babies are unable to digest the sugar lactose,
which is in cow's milk formulas. They are said to be lactose
intolerant. Symptoms of lactose intolerance may include
excessive gas, abdominal swelling and pain, and diarrhea.
Solution: If you are breastfeeding, alternate it with lactose
free formula as breast milk contains appreciable amount of
lactose. Secondly, avoid taking dairy products, as they are
likely to enhance lactose levels of breast milk you produce.
Thirdly, try to finish one breast before offering the second to
your baby. By doing so, your baby will get more of hind milk,
which is richer in fat and help cure diarrhea seen in lactose
intolerant babies. Finally, a potential solution to this
problem may also be switching over to soy-based infant formula,
or other special lactose-free formula, several of which are
commercially available.
About The Author: Amy Fadden, author of "Newborn Guide, Nursing
A Baby in Its First Month." She said, bringing a baby into the
world should be one of the most exciting and rewarding times of
your life. Visit her Website NewbornSecrets.com at
http://www.newbornsecrets.com
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