Navigating New Challenges
Teething might bring new challenges, such as fussiness or biting during feeds. Babies often nurse more for comfort, which helps soothe their gums and maintain your supply.
Your milk’s anti-inflammatory properties can ease discomfort, and feeding on demand supports your baby through this phase. Be patient—it’s a passing milestone.
Tips for You This Week
- Use a clean finger or chilled teething toy to soothe gums before nursing.
- If biting occurs, unlatch gently and calmly to teach your baby not to bite.
- Recognize how breastfeeding provides comfort beyond nutrition.
Fun Fact:
The water footprint of breastfeeding is negligible compared to that of formula production. 4,300 gallons of freshwater are consumed annually per child fed formula in the US.
