Question
The baby, who is about to turn one month old, used to feed well, but recently has been unable to latch on during feeding. Is this a mouth problem?
Answer
Newborns usually have a strong adaptability, and this situation generally does not require special intervention. The mother can try to place the nipple into the baby’s mouth, allowing the baby to latch onto both the nipple and the areola, which helps promote milk secretion and suckling. If the baby truly lacks the strength to latch on, expressed milk can be fed, or a nipple protector can be purchased for use during breastfeeding.