When to contact an IBCLC for breastfeeding help
For Baby
Poor Weight Gain
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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an exclusively breastfed baby should be back to birthweight by day 7-12.
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If baby is gaining too slowly then it may be impacting mom's milk production
Long Feeds at the breast without baby getting "milk drunk"
Latch Issues
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You've been told your baby has a "slight" tongue tie
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Not able to latch
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Comes on and off
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Clicking or smacking noises
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Frustrated at breast
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Can only latch with a nipple shield
Sleepy Baby
Jaundiced
Special breastfeeding needs
Prematurity
Is receiving formula
Multiples
For Mom
Sore or Damaged Nipples
Tender breasts
Engorgement
Plugged ducts
Mastitis
Returning to work
Emotional concerns since having the baby
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Anxiety
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Overwhelming sadness
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Feeling disconnected from the baby
General Support
Adoption, relactation or induced lactation
Taking medications while breastfeeding