27 | "My baby is refusing to latch! Does she hate breastfeeding?"

Is your baby refusing to latch, screaming every time you try to feed her, and you're sick of the battle? You're not alone. Let's learn what to do when your baby refuses to nurse, hates breastfeeding, or won't latch.

Jaimie Z. IBCLC answers a listener's urgent question: "Why does my baby pull off the breast and cry during feedings?" She unpacks what’s really happening when a baby seems frustrated, and shares practical, compassionate strategies to get feeding back on track.

You'll learn how to recognize early feeding cues before baby becomes upset, calming techniques like the "magic baby hold," and how adjusting your feeding positions can make a world of difference. Jaimie also tackles factors like reflux, fast or slow milk flow, and how a baby’s nervous system regulation impacts latching success.

Whether you're wondering "why won't my baby latch?" or feeling overwhelmed because it seems like your baby hates breastfeeding, this episode offers empowering tools and hope. 

Breastfeeding Resources

Fix Your Latch Guide  

6 Week Postpartum Concierge Breastfeeding Support Package 

Concierge Breastfeeding Prep & Thrive Package (Prenatal Prep + 6 weeks Postpartum Support)

Episode Highlights:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:13 Breastfeeding Q&A: Baby Pulling Off and Crying
02:02 Understanding Baby's Communication and Feeding Cues
04:13 Techniques to Calm and Latch Your Baby
06:00 Addressing Reflux and Milk Flow Issues
07:54 Proactive Feeding and Nervous System Regulation
09:22 Conclusion and Additional Resources