Breastfeeding is fun for both mother and baby, but sometimes there is an unpleasant situation, to which the mother does not know how to react. For example, a baby bites his chest. What if the child gives pain and discomfort, and how to wean him from it?
Why does the baby bite the breast?
In fact, the reasons for which the baby bites the breast, there may be several. A very small child, most likely, bites the breast due to incorrect grip. An older baby who already has teeth, can bite the breast because his gums are itchy, or he just hones the chewing skills. In these two cases, it is necessary in different ways, because the baby bites the breast for various reasons.
How to disaccustom a child to bite the breast?
If a child bites his breast severely, and Mom is sure that he does not play around, then it is necessary to practice correct application. The child with sucking should grasp not only the nipple, but also a halo. If the child has not seized the breast correctly, it is necessary to take it from the chest and apply it again.
If the mother sees that the child spoils, then you need to act gently and aggressively. If the baby bites the breast while feeding, it is necessary to take the nipple, it is enough to squeeze it with two fingers just above the baby's mouth, and the milk will stop coming. Every time the baby bites, it is necessary to stop feeding and persistently explain what to do so it is impossible.
Too noisy reaction can cause the opposite effect. Children love sharp sounds, and the baby may like that mom so loudly screams from his actions. Several times, and the child will bite intentionally to achieve a similar effect.
If the child bites the breast, what should the mother have to decide based on the behavior of the baby. The main thing is to act confidently and persistently.