I don't know when or if I should swap breasts during a feed. My DD is 8 weeks old. Initially I can feel that the breast is firm but after 15-20 mins of strong sucking it is noticeably softer and DD's sucking slows. But it never stops and if I try to unlatch her she starts up sucking strongly again for a few seconds. I don't know whether I should offer the 2nd breast at this point or wait until she comes off by herself. This is usually about 45-60 mins later and she usually falls off when she is asleep and then won't take the second breast. Thanks in advance for your replies.
Please or to access all these features
Please
or
to access all these features
Get advice and support with infant feeding from other users here.
Infant feeding
Please create an account
To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account.