Trouble Latching
in Branford & Oxford, CT

Feeding time should be a nurturing and bonding experience between you and your baby; but for infants and babies struggling to latch to the breast or bottle, it can be a source of frustration and anxiety. If you’re trying to breastfeed or bottle feed your baby and they seem to have difficulty latching to the nipple, our pediatric therapists are here to help. Keep reading to learn more about trouble latching and how our team at More to Say can help your baby overcome these challenges.

What Causes Trouble Latching?

There are several different reasons why your baby might have trouble latching:

Signs That Baby is Struggling to Latch

It’s not always easy to tell if your baby is struggling to latch, so here are some common signs to watch out for:

For mothers who are breastfeeding, there can be additional symptoms that indicate trouble latching:

How Trouble Latching Can Impact Baby's Development

Without support, trouble latching can lead to the following challenges for your baby:  

How Pediatric Therapy Helps Children with Trouble Latching

approach. After your child’s comprehensive evaluation, our pediatric therapists will create a personalized treatment plan tailored to their unique needs. Through supportive and proven therapy techniques, we can help your baby gain the skills they need for better latching so they can get the nutrients their growing body needs. 

Our goal is to support your child’s healthy development through fun, engaging, and proven therapy methods. To support that goal, we take a holistic viewpoint to ensure your child’s treatment aligns with their needs, interests, and family life. Our distinctive approach motivates children and makes them excited to participate in therapy, which is why our families love the More to Say Way!

Schedule an Evaluation Today

If your baby is struggling with latching or any other feeding challenges, we’re here to help. Give us a call at (203) 828-6790 to experience pediatric therapy the More to Say way, and let’s work together to empower your child to live a happy, fulfilling life.

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