If you answer “yes” to any of the following during your breastfeeding experience, seek breastfeeding support: Local resources

  • I cannot tell the difference between sucking and swallowing

  • I am experiencing sore nipples/breast pain

  • I am using/thinking about using a supplement

  • My baby is having less than 3 bowel movements in a day after day 4

  • My baby is having less than 6 wet diapers in a day after day 4

  • I am not sure if breastfeeding is going well

  • My breasts remain hard and full after a feeding

  • My baby is not swallowing consistently during the feed

  • I am using/thinking of using a nipple shield

  • My baby is sleepy and hard to wake for feedings

  • My baby is feeding less than 8 times in 24 hours

Reviewed
February 2020 - KS