dd 6 months, keeps scratching me all the time,anytips? as its putting me off bf her

[robinredbreast]

any tips gratefully recieved

I think its normal exploring. My DD spends a lot of time pawing my face atm....keep nails short so it doesn't hurt you or her

When ds went through scratching/hitting phases I just held his hands gently but firmly so he couldn't do it and said "no" in my best "this is your mummy speaking" voice. It soon stops if it is no fun for them!

she pinches so hard she leave bruises

i believe nursing necklace can be helpful for this, to give baby something to grab at rather than your breasts.

like these loads out there if you google it

thanks yea i could try that