How do I get my baby to open wide?
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- www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/ Essie notices that in Natural Breastfeeding positions latching 2-week-old Carlos is easier. Nancy and Dr. Theresa Nesbitt explain why. For more, see www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/
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This video was heaven-sent, as my last night was filled with tears and agony - until I saw this video (and the longer one from the site) ! I especially found it encouraging to see how you showed a mommy trying to latch a baby on her “painful” side. I could totally identify and tried this on my painful side, too, and it was 100x better than prior sessions. So thankful!!!!
I'm *so* glad the video helped you. That's exactly why I have it freely available to everyone.
Thank you so much for sharing this information. I was about to give up breastfeeding my newborn until I watched your videos. Three months down the line now, breastfeeding is a breeze for my baby girl and me. Can't thank you enough!
That is fantastic, Alyssa Cavaliero! I'm delighted our videos helped you meet your breastfeeding goals. Please help us spread the word. :)
I was about to give up breastfeeding my newborn until I watched your videos. Three months down the line now, breastfeeding is a breeze for my baby girl and me. Can't thank you enough!
+Alyssa Cavaliere That's so wonderful to hear, Alyssa. Congratulations on your success story! :)
Alyssa Cavaliere I’m ready to give up now! 😩
Same here!!!! I always share this video and her website to new moms and that plan to breastfeed, or having a hard time. It’s saved my breastfeeding journey it was a very hard two month but I really wanted to do it and not give up, and when I found her video I was saved and remember the pure happiness!
I ended up breastfeeding for 3 years! All thanks to this video
This just fixed like all my struggles… omg… thank you so much for this information about how it’s about the body not just the breast… so eye opening and helpful!!! Thank you again
You're so welcome, BenLoverFlicka96! We're thrilled it solved your problems.
Thank you for this information! I'm a mother of 5 breastfed babies and this is the very first time I've heard of trying this with a newborn. Over time I intuitively went to this position as they got bigger because I just got more tired of supporting them, but I never thought to try this positioning when they were newborns. This video is a gem! Passing it on to my mom friends with little ones.
Thanks for the kind words, G.B.! I hope it helped
The best advice I heard all night looking at these nursing videos to help my daughter. I never breastfed so I don’t know much.
ChristyForever, I'm thrilled that you found our videos helpful. Your daughter is very lucky you are giving her the best. :)
This video and the longer one on your website has saved me. I was losing hope of ever being able to nurse my 2 week old without pain and your approach allowed me to finally be able to do it. Thank you so much. I am so grateful for this.
You're most welcome, Snow Princess. That's why we made these videos free and accessible to all. We're *so* glad they helped you.
Which is the longer video?? Everyone talking about??
I just watched your video on your website - thank you so much and God bless you for your work, ladies! I tried it right away with my 4 week old and it was so much easier! I watched so many breastfeeding videos and tried so many things, but you explained and demonstrated everything so well and easy! I can’t thank you enough, ladies. I was almost giving up on breastfeeding my baby because of the sore nipples, but the natural positioning that you described made it pretty much pain free! ❤❤❤
You're most welcome, FabuPRO! I'm delighted that using this approach made breastfeeding so much easier for you. Keep up the great work!
It's like the universe knew I needed this video and recommended it to me. Thankyou!
TALA so glad it helped!!!
@@NancyMohrbacher very much. Though my 3 week old still needs to latch properly, feeding and burping is so much easier. Sometimes, he jst burps on his own. 😘 Thankyou
Me too
Thank You my baby is 3.5 months and I was Struggling this video helped. Thanks
You'r most welcome. I'm *so* glad it helped!
Thank you Nancy, seen this for the 1st time, a great aid in helping moms understand "laid back" positioning!
You're most welcome! I'm glad you found it helpful. One of my goals is to try to simplify the vocabulary around breastfeeding and positioning. In addition, Suzanne Colson has trademarked her terms, which limits the way the rest of of can use them. What do you think of our choice: "Natural Breastfeeding positions?"
Great understandable term! Sad, however most of my mom's don't have the time to view the video I have you made w/k frantz! So I have to train my brain To give out short "jewels" of info quickly so mom's get the message fast. And this being avail. On my cell, I can get the concept to mom quickly. RN in post. Part. W/very little time to spend w/consulting. Low income area.east LA.
Most of my clients don't even take the pre- natal classes & come onto the hospital un-'prepaired, however, they do want to br.feed ;,)
Moms today love short TH-cam videos. That was one reason I decided to offer these this way. You can easily send a link to a mom and hopefully it will help. Thanks for your positive comments!
Your welcome, anxious to show your clips!
Thank you so much for this video! I thought i can't breastfeed my baby because he never open his mouth wide, my nipple got sore and it's a nightmare for me everytime he cried asking for milk. It hurt so bad everytime i fed him, and i got postpartum depression because of that. So for more than a week i never breastfeed him, i pumped the milk and gave him with bottle. After i saw your video, i think let's give it a try one more time. And it works!! Really, really thank you so much 😘😘😘
Melia Rosania Nurillah, I'm so glad the Natural Breastfeeding approach worked for you! Hooray!!!! Your baby is so lucky you've worked so hard to give him the best. Please help us spread the word about this channel so other moms know about it. :)
@@NancyMohrbacher sure! I will share this video's link on my instagram, so another new mom will be able breastfeed their baby without pain 😊
1 week post delivery and my baby isn’t latching well and it’s so painful because he isn’t opening his mouth wide open
Thank you so much for this! This is the only thing that has really worked for me after 6 weeks of struggle
I'm *so* glad it worked for you! This approach takes advantage of the feeding reflexes babies have at birth. Your baby is very lucky you were willing to work so hard to find a solution to your feeding struggles! Well done.
I just watched the longer video that you linked in one of the comments, I've just had a very stress free feed so thank you! When can the more traditional positions begin to be used more easily, just thinking although this has worked a treat, how would this approach work whilst out and about..?
When a newborn starts to get more head-and-neck control (usually about 4 to 6 weeks), they can more easily help themselves on deeper, even when you're sitting upright. But you can certainly try any positions you like when you're out and about at any time. I've sen many just move their hips forward in a chair and lean back a little to get the same effect, even in a public setting.
When i feed my baby and he starts moving his head all around with his mouth open i would laugh and say its right here lil man what in the world are u doing. But now i know that its all about positioning
This is a game changer for getting a good latch with a newborn. Soo glad I found your video (watched the full video on your site)
Megan Denney Lee, I'm *so* glad it was helpful to you! That's the whole purpose of having these videos freely available. Please help us spread the word! :)
@ A. Smith......Your friend is waiting in Cincinnati.
Is this referring to me?
This approach is really helpful and im finding really works a lot better. I am though still finding afterwards my nipple is flat, what can i do to improve this assuming its a cause for concern? The feed feels comfortable and not painful. Thanks
What's more important than how your nipple looks after feeding is: 1) Is nursing comfortable for you, and 2) Does your baby feed actively (lots of jaw movements)? If so, I wouldn't worry about how your nipple looks. If you develop pain or trauma, though, some adjustment is needed. Hope this helps!
you're video helped so much! i was 4 weeks into having difficulty breastfeeding due to latching issues cause of what i thought was cause of my flat nipples and was getting so much anxiety over it but now after watching your longer video its all smooth sailing, thank you!!!!
The Lazy Mom, thanks so much for sharing your wonderful news! My hope when sharing these videos was that moms just like you would watch them and be able to solve their breastfeeding struggles. Congratulations!
@@NancyMohrbacher Would you know why my one month old seems to only stay on the breast for 5 minutes and doesnt seem to get full from breastfeeding?
@@TheLazyMomIs your baby willing to go to the other side and go back and forth from side to side? At one month, many babies was to nurse very often and for long stretches, which is how they boost your milk production as needed. When you say your baby "doesn't seem full from breastfeeding," does that mean baby wants to feed very often?
@@NancyMohrbacher yes he does go from side to side and after 5 minutes on my breast he seems to fall asleep or nod off so i'll take him off but then a few minutes later he's still hungry
@@TheLazyMom babies do have "frequency days," when they nurse more often--maybe even continuously for a time--to boost milk production. If your baby's weight gain is in the expected range, this is normal and not a cause for concern. Just keep nursing...
I’ve been facing difficulties on deep latch, my baby had lip tie and tongue tie which I found them out when she was 24 days, but it was the bad impact of the usage of bottle (said the pediatrician), my daughter got incission right away. But she’s now 6months and still having a problem with deep latch, can this position also help to fix her latch? Because this actually what the lactation counselor told me to do agter the incission but in my daughter’s early days I felt like I couldnt bear the pain I got on my body so I chose to breastfeed her while laying on bed
my mareed won't to learn Brest feeding my baby
Does this help after feeding in cradle position for two months ? Will the baby be able to latch correctly now ?
Usually yes. It is definitely worth a try. I suggest trying in skin-to-skin contact, with the baby's shirt off and your torso skin exposed. Let me know how it goes!
What about you
my from in Egypt
I was given a nipple shield before leaving the hospital because my baby wasn't latching on. Tried pumping at home and milk started coming out so I kept using the breast shield. It's been a week since I stopped using it and he is getting boob but my nipples hurt and look like skin is being sucked off. He is having a hard time opening wide enough for my lower part of the areola to enter his mouth. Will he get better at opening for my nipple? I can't get a hands on lactation consultant because of covid.....
A M, You're going through a lot! I'm so sorry you're having such a rough time. Yes, this is a problem that sorts itself out over time. For the moment, I suggest watching our free, longer video and using the different adjustments mentioned to find your best fit. You can see it at: www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/
Great so how do we actually do it?
Angela Wallace, this free, longer video walks you through how to do it: www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/
my nipples are sore..bleeding. trying to gather as much knowledge as possible...
You don't say how old your baby is, but I suggest starting by trying these positions. You might want to begin by watching the longer free video with more explanation here: www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/
Nancy Mohrbacher i gave birth on the 31st... 5 days
That's the perfect time to use the strategies explained in the video I mentioned above. Let me know how it goes!
Phoenix Serenity Theres always bottle feeding. Bleed free nipple feeding❤❤
Hi Nancy, your video is great and I've started to nurse my newborn this way. However, I'm having some trouble as she is having a hard time breathing when I have her laying vertically on me. She has her face planted straight down into my breast and has to lift her head up every few secs to breathe and gets frustrated and starts to cry. I try to move her face to one side but she lets go of the nipple..would really appreciate some advice.
Thank you so much!
+Deborah Negrash Hi Deborah, sounds like it would be helpful for you to make some adjustments. In this case, you might want to adjust your baby's body position. Have you tried the position Bryannah uses in this clip: th-cam.com/video/-_cCvDhcjs4/w-d-xo.html
+Deborah Negrash In addition to what I wrote before, I think it is helpful to adjust both of your positions (like Bryannah did in the video clip that I linked to before) so that your baby can lean her read on your arm. Think about your arms as being like a "nest" for your baby. Congratulations, and best of luck!
+Deborah Negrash You can see a photo of another mother and baby using this "baby's head on arm" strategy to make breathing easier in the photo on this page from my website: www.nancymohrbacher.com/naturalbreastfeeding/
Currently struggling with my 5 day old newborn. My breast and areolas are large but my nipples are small so getting him latched properly has been tough.
Latching is usually easiest if you let baby do it in a Natural Breastfeeding position. In some cases, though, it may help to do a little breast shaping, making sure your breast is squeezed slightly in the shape of a hamburger (your fingers running parallel to baby's lip) rather than a taco (fingers perpendicular). I recommend watching our full-length video, which is free here: www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/ Best of luck!
Stephanie Goodman im struggling too. did u find anything helpful that you did?
+AJourney 08 I just kept on trying to latch him and he gradually got better. Our favorite position is laying on our sides, belly to belly.
My baby’s mouth may be too small. I won’t stop trying but we’re struggling
Tru Artist, it sounds like you need to see a lactation consultant in your area. Do you need help finding one?
Hi nancy, ive been bottle feeding my baby because it’s difficult for me to get him to latch.. I try to breastfeed him before most feeds but end up with pain and soreness. I tried the laid back technique and he still does not open wide and the soreness and pain are worse. How else can i get my baby to latch?
Vismaya Tom, sorry that breastfeeding has been such a struggle! Have you watched our longer video and tried all of the adjustments? I'll list its link at the end of this message. If so, it's time to get in-person help with a local IBCLC. Some small tweaks might make a big difference. She can also evaluate for other factors. Best of luck! www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/
My baby is 6 months old he was partially breastfeed I used to pump and give him milk in bottles but since last month he is refusing breast. Will he return back to breast?? Please give me suggestions and help me
Sorry you're having such a rough time! Sounds like your baby is on a nursing strike. I have a whole blog post with suggestions for you here: www.nancymohrbacher.com/articles/2013/1/26/is-your-formerly-nursing-baby-refusing-to-breastfeed.html
Nancy Mohrbacher Thanks
Hello ma'am can you please reply me how can i open my babies mouth very widely
Elizabeth kavungal, I suggest using the positioning shown here, which automatically triggers a wide-open mouth. It might be more helpful to watch our longer free video, which explains more about how to find your best fit with your baby using this approach to positioning. Best of luck! You can find this longer video at: www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/
My baby’s mouth is only tiny. She’s a tiny baby
You have what s up
Mam whenever I give my nipple to my newborn she starts weeping or go to sleep, I m so depressed what should I do she is 3 weeks old plz help me
That sounds really upsetting for both of you! The good news is that what you describe is almost always a fixable problem. First, I suggest you watch our free longer video and try using the 3 adjustments described there to see if you can get a better fit. The video is here: www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/
If after watching the longer video I linked to in m previous reply, you're still having problems, it's time to get help. There are many possible sources of skilled breastfeeding help, including low-cost and free options. If you let me know where you're located (country, city), I might know a place I can recommend. Also, most hospitals that deliver babies provide outpatient help, so you can contact the place where your baby was born and see if they can help you or recommend someone who can. Let me know how it goes. I'll be sending you support from afar!
Thank you for your response ,And Mam im from Pakistan (Asia Pacific) im going to watch your more videos so that I may get solution for my problem,
So where's the advice? in a different video?
Maria Nemashkalo, our free longer video with much more information is here: www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/
@@NancyMohrbacher thank you 💕
@@marianemashkalo4182you're most welcome!
my baby won't to Brest feeding
It may help to watch our free, full-length video here: www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/
Thank you
Hmm...I'm not getting a deep latch so I'm going to try this.
Sounds good, Rita Green. Let us know how it goes. :)
@@NancyMohrbacher I tried and we are struggling. My baby is 2 wks old tomorrow and I've asked my midwife for a referral to a LC because I cannot get a deep enough latch. We get lipstick nipple and I am sore majority of the time. I think only a couple times I've had a nursing session with no pain on one side. He had a tongue tie release already but maybe more oral ties are there 🤷🏻♀️
@@RitaGreen if you are still struggling, seeing an LC is exactly the right thing to do. Often it is possible to make slight adjustments in positioning and latch that make all the difference. She can also evaluate for other issues. Best of luck! You have my full support.
I dont want to be rude but im saying this only because im overweight too. I think its much harder to breast feed when you are overweight with huge breasts.
Every body type has its own challenges. I am tall and long-waisted, which can also be challenging. No matter what the body type, the key is to make adjustments until you and your baby find your own best fit. For more on specific adjustments to try, see our free longer video here: www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/
I'm going to try it. My son is 3 days I'm in deep frustration pain and close to tears cause my breasts are so swollen and painful and baby keeps gumming and spitting out the nipples
I'll be rooting for you both! Here's the free longer video that explains the adjustments you and your baby can make to help you find your own best fit: www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/
@@NancyMohrbacher thank you so much. God bless you.
This made no sense to me 😭
I think it would make more sense to you if you watch our free, longer video here: www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/
I have a two week old and he gets sooooo pissed when I try nursing. We still can’t get the positioning and latching down
Sidney Milagros, sorry you're having such a rough time! It's not too late! Sounds like you need one-on-one help. Is there someone (like a lactation consultant) you can see where your baby was born? It may also help to watch our free, longer video at: www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/ I'll be thinking about you and hoping you have someone nearby who can help.
My child doesn’t open his mouth no matter what
It may help to work with a lactation consultant, as there are often small tweaks you can do that will make latching easier. Do you need help finding someone in your area? Often the place you gave birth can recommend local IBCLCs.
Thank you, I have seen two lactation consultants. My next step is to see a body work specialist, as I was told he is really tight & making latching difficult. I was really stressed out last night when I made this comment. I gave his dad a bottle and left the room trying to find information on how I can get him to latch. It’s so hard bc I don’t want to give up
Tried this but my 20 days baby couldnt breathe
Sounds like you need to make an adjustment. Many moms find that if they drop the arm that's supporting their baby's head just a little, that allows baby's head to tilt away from the breast and provide breathing space. Check out this video and notice this mom and baby's position, in which his nose is completely away from the breast: th-cam.com/video/-_cCvDhcjs4/w-d-xo.html
Wow, this video taught me nothing.
If you need more information, see our longer video here: www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/
This is just a small snippit of a longer video. Go to there page to see what the position is and how to get there
My baby has become more aggressive from the time I tried to correct his laych
Sonia thomas, that sounds really distressing! When you say that you "tried to correct his latch," I'm not sure what you mean. Using the Natural Breastfeeding approach, the baby does the latching rather than being pushed on. In these positions, gravity helps baby get on deeper. To see more about the adjustments you can make, it may help to watch our longer video here: www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/
@@NancyMohrbacher even I m in a laying back position still my baby tries to just clamp on to my nipple area mostly. The only time he opens his mouth wide open is wen I'm dream feeding him. Its 7 weeks and the latch is still painful
, it sounds like you need to see a lactation specialist, so she can see what's happening and figure out what will work for you and your baby. Where are are located (town/country)? Perhaps I can recommend somone.
@@NancyMohrbacher I'm a new mom and could use some help. I'm in south Florida Tampa Bay area.
@@OverHaluyu, you're so wise to seek help! It is *so* worth it! The following link describes all types of breastfeeding help available in the Tampa area, including free help: www.tbbreastfeeding.org/breastfeeding-resources/
Except that sometimes the baby DOESNT open wide even with all the perfect positioning in the world 🤬
Jill Ronan, you're right that nothing works 100% of the time. Newborns, though, are born with innate reflexes that you can use to help them open wider. If this video wasn't enough to help you turn the corner, please check out our longer video (also free), which covers some of the adjustments that may help: www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/
This is so useless and did not provide any information at all
Eman Abdullah, for more detailed information, please see our longer free video here: www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/
@@NancyMohrbacher no
Where are the instructions though 😅🥲😩
Nikki, for the instructions, watch our free longer video here: www.naturalbreastfeeding.com/
Thank you so much for sharing this information. I was about to give up breastfeeding my newborn until I watched your videos. Three months down the line now, breastfeeding is a breeze for my baby girl and me. Can't thank you enough!
Your baby is very lucky, Alyssa, that you were willing to keep trying until you sorted it out. Thanks so much for sharing! I'm delighted that the video helped!