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[quote=Anonymous]My first BF effortlessly, so it was shocking to me when my second would not latch. I sought help from a lactation consultant as well as the LLL (both were super-helpful) and learned from Dr. Jack Newman's website that most non-latchers will latch by 6 weeks old. (In fact, I corresponded with Dr. Newman on the topic.) So, I pumped every three hours around the clock and just kept trying every day. In the meanwhile I enjoyed snuggling him with lots of skin-to-skin contact, played music I loved, and stayed in touch every day with supportive people. Sure enough, at 5 weeks old, he latched - and went on to nurse for 3+ years.

One of my favorite books is So That's What They're For - an informative, helpful, easy and entertaining read. This was a long time ago though, so you should look into other books - I think Dr. Newman has a great book too.

Dr. Jack Newman's website has some great info:

http://www.breastfeedingonline.com/newman.shtml#sthash.9ZwxOuTN.dpbs

Here is a piece on babies not latching:

https://www.nbci.ca/index.php?option=com_content&v...&catid=5:information&Itemid=17

Hope this helps.

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