DS is 18 weeks and has been EBF since birth. Until now, we've had no problems at all and I'm really keen to try and carry on until he's at least 6 months.
He cut his first two teeth early (at three months). Initially, they didn't seem to affect feeding but over the last couple of days it has become increadibly painful. I now have quite a deep bite/puncture on one nipple and a smaller puncture on the other nipple, which is thankfully a little bit lower down.
Last night, he bit down really hard when latching on causing me to shout which really frightened and upset him . We tried again and managed to get through with me in quite a bit of discomfort.
Today, I've been mainly feeding him on the 'good' side (which is still pretty tender) and getting through a couple of quick feeds on the other side by me biting on his teether to avoid any more involuntary shouting! I'm also planning to express from this side to keep up supply and prevent engourgement.
Have tried nipple shield (not a good idea I know but pretty desparate) but DS not impressed and pulled it off himself!
Am worried both about the risk of infection due to wounds and causing long term damage.
I have searched for previous threads and seen advice to pull him off, say "no" and make him wait. I feel,however, that whilst this might work for an older child, DS is just too little to understand and would end up even more confused and upset. I feel very strongly this is absolutely not his fault, he's not deliberatly biting - his teeth are just getting in the way.
Sorry for long post, but any help/tips would be much appreciated.
TIA