Question
My child has been crying continuously lately and not eating much. Why does the baby always fall asleep while breastfeeding?
Answer
Hello: If your baby only sleeps when feeding, it’s not a problem if you mean that they fall asleep after being full. However, if you mean that they must be suckling on the breast to sleep, this is a bad habit that hinders the development of independence and poses a potential risk of suffocation if the breast obstructs their mouth and nose. It’s best to correct this behavior. You can introduce a pacifier for your baby to gradually get used to sleeping in a separate crib, forming a new habit. There will be an adjustment period at first, but if you stick with it, you can be successful.