What to do if Baby Fusses at the Breast

Is there anything more stressful than your baby not wanting to feed? This week on the Podcast we discuss what to do if your baby fusses at the breast or goes on a breast strike. Our Lactation Expert Rowena Gray is back in the podcast chair. Episode 60: Parents You've Got This - The Expert Guide to Parenthood Podcast 🎙️What to do if Baby Fusses at the BreastWe discuss:- What is breast refusal- Some of the reasons your baby may have breast refusal- Some of the ways your baby will show you that they are refusing to breastfeed- Some of the strategies to coax them back to the breast if they are refusing- Is breast refusal different to a breast strike?- How long can a baby go on strike- Should we offer our baby anything else during a breast strike?- Tips and strategies to deal with the emotional stress if a baby goes on a breast strike- Is a breast strike an indicator that your baby is wanting to wean? For more practical breastfeeding troubleshooting and information check out the other breastfeeding episodes of The Expert Guide to Parenthood Podcast or visit our website www.parentsyouvegotthis.com.au for other breastfeeding resources. Never forget parents you've got this! Parents You've Got This - The Expert Guide To Parenthood Podcast is proudly supported by Mustela natural origin skincare, by parents' side since 1950.   Follow us Social:  Instagram: @parentsyouvegotthis_au  Threads @parentsyouvegotthis_au  TikTok: @partentsyouvegotthis_au  Facebook: @parentsyouvegotthis   ____________________________________  Parents You've Got This offers antenatal and postnatal parenting education and Masterclasses from the planning phase to early preschool.  Learn more: https://www.parentsyouvegotthis.com.au/   Credits: Producer Dean Thomas, Camera person Tim Hehir, Content Parents You've Got This