Baby Latch Assessments
Is Tension Affecting Your Baby’s Ability to Latch Comfortably?
If your baby is fussy at the breast, struggling to latch, or dealing with gas and reflux, gentle chiropractic care may help
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Struggling with Feeding? You’re Not Alone. Many babies have difficulty feeding due to birth stress, tongue/lip ties, or misalignments that affect their ability to latch deeply and comfortably. Gentle chiropractic adjustments can help release tension in the jaw, neck, and spine, improving your baby’s ability to latch effectively.
Signs Of A Poor Latch In Your Baby....
Prefers One Breast or Feeding Position
Neck or jaw tension can make turning to one side uncomfortable
Frequent Fussiness at the Breast
Tension or discomfort can make feeding frustrating
Difficulty Opening Mouth Wide
Tension in the jaw, tongue, or cranial bones can limit movement
Arching Back or Stiffening During Feeds
A sign of body discomfort or nervous system irritation
Lip Blisters or Creases
A sign that the baby is compensating for a shallow or inefficient latch
Frequent Gas, Hiccups, or Reflux Symptoms
Poor latch can lead to excess air intake and digestive distress
Signs Of A Poor Latch In Mum's....
Nipple Pain or Damage Despite Correct Positioning
If positioning is right but pain persists, the baby may have jaw or tongue tension
Long or Frequent Feeds Without Satisfaction
A sign baby is working harder than necessary to get milk
Recurring Clogged Ducts, Mastitis or Engorgement
Poor milk removal due to inefficient latch