My Breastfed Daughter Is Biting Me!

Sometimes when babies bite, it is a sign that they are bored and they are ready to be weaned. have you tried reducing the amount of times you are breastfeeding in a day?

Don't stop trying!! Just as quick as it started, it stops. You may have to go through it a few times when they teeth (and I know it's a very frightful experience when your putting your sore nipple back in between those tiny little teeth). But it will be worth it!
Good luck, A. M

Hi, S.

This is a common stage for breastfed babies to go through as they learn about these new things in their mouths. It's also a question we hear a lot at the Nursing Mommies Support Group at Morton Plant Hospital. The Lactation Consultant told us a trick that works great, although it goes against your natural instinct, which is to pull her off and further damage your nipple.

Instead, when the baby starts to bite, you say 'no' and gently pull the her face in to your breast. Since she has to breathe through her nose, the baby will release your nipple in order to take a breath through her mouth. The whole thing takes maybe 2-3 seconds and the babies generally learn pretty quickly to not bite any more.

I commend you for sticking it out and doing what's best for both your baby and you! Great job!

M.
(a bit surprised to be still breastfeeding an 18 month old with 14 teeth in & 2 more about to break through!)

Hi S.,

My 9 month old daughter (07/07/07) did the same thing about a month or so ago. It was a sign for me to wean and although it was hard, it became blatantly obvious it was ME who didnt want to wean- not her.

She is doing great now and eats EVEYTHING I put in front of her. She is off the chart on her weight and height and both her and I are now sleepiong better through the night.

It all comes down to individual choice so you will make the right decision no matter what you end up doing- good luck!

F.

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Hello S.,

I know how important it is breastfeeding and that wonderful feeling of doing such....but, she does not realize she is hurting you and I know you want to keep doing this with her,but maybe you will have to pump if it gets worse.

My son use to do that also and it is so painful. I overlooked it for a while, but I realized he couldn't help it. Pumping is just as healthy for them, and you can still hold her close while feeding her from the bottle.

It will be okay new mommy!! You have 18 wonderful years ahead of you....

Good Luck!

L. Hein
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