Table 5 “Other” breastfeeding problems reported during first month after delivery
“Other” breastfeeding problems | n |
|---|---|
Thrush (oral or nipple) | 11 |
Sleepy baby/Lazy sucker | 6 |
Reflux | 5 |
Maternal ill health/stress | 3 |
Baby demanded frequent feeds (every 1-2 h) | 2 |
Jaundice | 2 |
Blocked milk ducts | 2 |
Previous breast surgery | 1 |
Flat nipples | 1 |
Laryngomalacia (congenital abnormality of the laryngeal cartilage) | 1 |
Baby ill health | 1 |
Twins | 1 |
Baby mouth to small | 1 |
Baby swallowing air | 1 |
Sensitive nipples | 1 |
Hypoplasia (tubular shaped breasts) | 1 |
Mother concerned that baby fed too quickly | 1 |
Fast flow | 1 |