Latching then pulling hard away repetitively

Re: Latching then pulling hard away repetitively

• riley7137 member

  March 31

  I’ve never done this, but they say when a baby does something undesirable while breastfeeding you should unlatch them, set them down and don’t make any eye contact/give them no attention. Wait a few minutes and try again. Keep repeating that until the behavior stops.

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• knottie009202ab0ea91d29 member

  April 4 edited April 4

  That sounds super frustrating! my little one did that too, and I just tried to gently pull him in closer when he did it, but honestly, it's just a phase, hang in there! I actually checked the 'Heal Baby Care App' for this and here’s what it says:
  It's common for babies to experiment with latching and pulling away, which can be frustrating and painful. To help address this, you might try gently breaking the latch before they pull away, or offering a firm but calm "no" when they do it. You can also try to keep them engaged by talking or singing during feeding to maintain their focus. Have you noticed if this behavior happens more during certain times, like when they're tired or distracted?

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• knottie668d1163750c377b member

  April 20

  When my baby does this I unlatch her. Then when she wants more I offer again. I don't offer any no or "punishment". Overall this translates as, if you do this I won't offer more. 

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• knottie52d7b1c58c84cda7 member

  September 1

  I'm currently experiencing that with my 5 month old. He thinks it's fun, especially when he's satisfied. He will look away at something that's happening or my husband talking or coming through the door while still latched. 
  
  If I'm sure he's satisfied I unlatched him and we play. If he wants more I give but I talk to him telling him that's not great to do to mama

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