“The newborn baby has only three demands. They are warmth in the arms of its mother, food from her breasts and security in the knowledge of her presence. Breastfeeding satisfies all three.” ~ Dr Grantly Dick-Read from Birthing Without Fear
This simple recipe for keeping a baby happy works for the majority of breastfeeding families. But a few babies remain unhappy despite their parents’ efforts to meet their needs.
It can be worrying if your baby is unsettled, uncomfortable, distressed or in pain. If he is being sick, experiencing diarrhoea or has other symptoms, this may add to your concerns. Babies can be unsettled for many reasons and it can sometimes take time and effort to work out the cause.
You may worry that your baby’s symptoms are caused by something either of you has eaten. While it’s true that food allergy or intolerance could be the cause it is wise to consider other possibilities first. When your baby’s behaviour shows that something is not right it’s important to keep searching until you find a solution that makes both of you feel better.
We will bring you some details of what makes them unhappy in the course of the week.
Source: La Leche League
