Looking beyond one explanation for feeding concerns
Abstracts
Abstracts
When a baby cries during breastfeeding, hunger and discomfort are both possibilities worth considering.
“Breastfeeding My Baby- Is This Normal?” looks at that question alongside spitting up, diarrhea, and constipation. It also notes that colic—marked by inconsolable crying—can have different causes and may require professional help.
For lactation support, the useful distinction is between helping a family describe what they’re seeing and assuming one explanation fits every baby. If symptoms raise concerns, the article encourages consulting a doctor.