I have a 1 week old that I think is developing a suck issue. I am not hurting and she seems to have a good latch, but is pulling her tounge down instead of in and out. She makes a snapping noise and occasionally flicks my nipple. She is gaining weight and is happy, but I think is nursing more frequently because she isn't getting the amount that she could. Any one know how I can try and correct this????
Lacy
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Wife to wonderful man, mama to toddling cutie pie (born 4/05), and a beautiful bouncing baby (born 5/2/07).
She can stick her tongue out of her mouth without a problem. Is there any way she can still be tongue tied? I don't really know how much has to be tied to cause problems.
I agree she does remind me of an eskimo baby and absolutley ADORABLE~
Eh, thats kind of hard to tell ,Lacy. Shes a week old, so i would imagine shes nursing a lot anyway, if your not hurting and shes happy,having enough wet diapers, Id not worry until there is something to worry about
sorry for the concern, friend. although i have no training/experience in this area, suck training for babies with true need for it, involves a gloved finger in the mouth and pressure on specific areas of the tongue to train it to move effectively and efficiently. maybe you could tell more of what she's doing/not doing by having her suck on your finger?
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Stephanie, wife to Tim (almost 9 years) and mama to Isaac (3) and Kendall (13 months)
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the eskimo.....reminds me so much of journey!
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