When to contact an IBCLC for breastfeeding help
For Baby
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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
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Long Feeds at the breast without baby getting "milk drunk"
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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
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Sleepy Baby
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Jaundiced
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Special breastfeeding needs
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Prematurity
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Is receiving formula
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Multiples
For Mom
Sore or Damaged Nipples
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Tender breasts
Engorgement
Plugged ducts
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Mastitis
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Returning to work
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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
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General Support
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Adoption, relactation or induced lactation
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Taking medications while breastfeeding
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