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Nurturing your baby with love while breastfeeding is one of the most magical experiences for a mother. However, dealing with a biting baby during breastfeeding can be quite daunting! Moms, check out these tips for a well-behaved breastfeeding journey:
After asking 10 mothers, a staggering 8 have experienced the challenge of their baby biting during breastfeeding. These experienced mothers empathize with the 'sky-piercing' pain and willingly share their tips for young moms to overcome this heart-wrenching ordeal:
-Express the pain vocally:
Mothers should make their baby aware that biting causes pain. Even when very small, babies can sense their mother's tone, so let your baby know you're displeased with this behavior (meaning you're training a reflex for the baby).
-Immediate Intervention:
When bitten, you can temporarily halt your baby's latch by placing your finger at the baby's mouth's edge to disrupt the biting action. Note that many mothers' first reaction is to jerk the baby away, but doing so will only make the pain worse. Therefore, it's best for mothers to influence the baby's breastfeeding reflex first, remembering to act immediately when the baby bites to make them aware of how it affects their breastfeeding comfort.
-Impose a Consequence!
For some bold-spirited babies, temporarily stopping breastfeeding might not be forceful enough for discipline. If this habit persists, have your child stop breastfeeding, lay them down for a few minutes (they'll understand it as a 'misbehavior consequence'), and in subsequent feedings, they will grasp what they endure when biting mommy's nipple.
-Mother's Anticipation of Warning Signs:
Newborns often bite during breastfeeding when feeling bored. Therefore, mothers should pay attention to their child's habits and temperament. If the baby is easily distracted, breastfeed in a quiet room with fewer people around to minimize distractions. If the baby squirms or shows signs of milk regurgitation, remove them from the breast and let them latch on again later. Just a little observation can help predict your child's behavior, preventing many 'hard-to-share' pains.
-Monitor Your Baby's Teething Signs:
Teething is one of the most common reasons for biting during breastfeeding. You can give your child something else to chew on (besides mommy's nipple) to relieve the itching sensation in their gums.
-Review Breastfeeding Technique:
Ensure proper breastfeeding technique: the nipple should be about 2.5cm deep in the baby's mouth, a position where the baby can hardly bite. Many biting incidents occur when the mother's nipple is pushed forward towards the baby's mouth - usually when the breastfeeding is almost done or the baby is falling asleep. When you sense this positional change, take proactive measures before the baby gets a chance to bite!
Mothers should be aware that not all babies bite, and for those who do, it's usually only for a certain period. So, mothers, rest assured and try to 'correct the habit' by applying the tips above. Your child will understand not to bite mommy anymore, and both of you can enjoy precious and memorable moments together.
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