Why babies don’t like breast milk

　　“Give me both fore milk and hind milk”

　　My mother kept in mind that the doctor told her to take turns to breastfeed. Every time I started eating, she would take two bites here and two bites there. As soon as she felt better after eating, she would switch her away. Again, what the doctor means is to eat on one side and then switch to the other, alternating between up and down meals.

　　Doctor's explanation: Milk is divided into foremilk and hindmilk. When feeding, the milk that is sucked out first is called "foremilk". It has a thin appearance and is rich in water and protein. It is used to supplement the baby with water and protein. Babies who are exclusively breastfed generally do not need additional water within 4 months after birth. Hindmilk is white in appearance and relatively thick, rich in fat, lactose and other nutrients. It fills the baby's stomach and provides calories. Therefore, both types of milk must be given to the baby.

　　“I'll add complementary foods when I'm ready”

　　Grandma always said that I haven’t gained weight recently because my breast milk is not nutritious enough and I need to add complementary foods, but I am not ready yet. When I close my mouth and turn my head, I'm saying "I don't want it!" ”I will be ready when I can sit on my own without assistance, show great interest in your meal, and reach out to grab food.

　　Doctor's explanation: The baby's immune system is very fragile. Adding solid food too early can easily cause allergies, and will also add unnecessary burden to the digestive system and kidney function that are not yet sound. Breast milk is specially produced according to the baby's physical needs and contains complete proteins, vitamins, minerals, and immune factors. There is no need to worry about nutritional imbalances without complementary foods.

　　“Using a bottle too early gave me nipple illusion”

　　When I was first born, my mother had no milk, so she fed me milk powder whenever she heard me cry. I just got used to the feeling of sucking. My mother had milk and asked me to eat it. I refused because it was too laborious to eat. I thought that only the bottle I was used to had the milk to fill my stomach.

　　Doctor’s explanation: Nipple illusion refers to baby In the early years after birth, the phenomenon of unwillingness to breastfeed occurs due to premature use of bottles. Sucking the nipple and sucking the pacifier require two completely different techniques. The nipple of the baby bottle is longer, making it easier and more enjoyable for the baby to suck. Once the baby gets used to this kind of nipple, it will find it difficult and strenuous to suck on the mother's nipple, and he will not want to breastfeed again.

　　“I want to eat on demand, not by the clock.”

　　I was sent into this world with no schedule in my carry-on to tell me when I should eat and when I should sleep. So mom, please don’t push me into a world controlled by clocks early.

　　The doctor's explanation: Breastfeeding is the baby's way of expressing his natural personality, and his appetite changes at any time. Sometimes he eats more, and sometimes he needs less. Every mother's milk is designed for the uniqueness of her baby. According to the baby's different needs, the amount, concentration and composition of the milk are adjusted each time she feeds. Therefore, feed your baby according to his needs. After a few weeks of running in, you can form your own feeding schedule. Because milk powder contains several times the protein, fat and minerals of breast milk, the immature digestive system of newborns cannot fully bear it. Since the amount of milk powder cannot be arranged according to personality, it is necessary to artificially create a fixed schedule to prevent overfullness or indigestion.

　　“Mother cold No, don’t stop breastfeeding for me”

　　My mother caught a cold, and everyone stopped me from breastfeeding for fear of infecting me. I protested. Stopping breastfeeding at this time would be the biggest irresponsibility for me.

　　The doctor’s explanation: Before the cold occurs, the baby has been exposed to the cold virus, and the antibodies he needs most are contained in breast milk. Continuing to breastfeed will also help you get proper rest, and stopping breastfeeding suddenly will do you both harm and no good. Although the amount of medicine that penetrates breast milk is very small and will not affect the baby, it is best to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

　　“I don’t want to eat yogurt after exercise”

　　To get back in shape you need to exercise. Every time I did exercise, you felt like you had been away from me for a long time. You were afraid that I would be hungry and couldn't wait to give me milk. But the breast milk at that time tasted weird and I didn't like it.

　　Doctor's explanation: During exercise, lactic acid is produced in the body and remains in the blood, causing the milk to taste bad. According to tests, generally moderate-intensity exercise can produce lactic acid. Therefore, mothers who are responsible for breastfeeding should only engage in some mild exercise and rest for half an hour after exercising before breastfeeding.

　　“Mom was so anxious to lose weight that she forgot that I wasn’t full yet”

　　I know it was me who made my mother's body look out of shape, and I also know that my mother wants to return to her original capable appearance as soon as possible, but please don't rush to lose weight and limit your fat intake. I need this.

　　Doctor's explanation: Fat is an important component of milk. Once the fat from food is reduced, the mother's body will use stored fat to produce milk. Harmful substances in the body are usually stored in fat. Using stored fat will allow these "environmental hormones" to enter the blood and breast milk, harming the baby.

　　“I don't like soapy nipples”

　　I only use water to clean my nipples and areola, so that when I eat the milk, it will be soft and slippery and easy to suck. But when you wash it with something unknown often, it will taste dry, bitter and hard. So, please don’t use those products that contain alcohol or soap.

　　Doctor's explanation: From the beginning of pregnancy, the secretions of sweat glands and sebaceous glands under the areola increase, making skin The surface is acidified, causing the cuticle to be softened and the nipple to become soft. Soap-like cleaning substances will wash away the protective layer on the skin surface, alkalize the local breast skin, and promote the growth of alkaline bacteria on the skin, making it difficult to acidify the local breast area. In addition, washing with soap will remove the oil that keeps your skin lubricated, leaving your skin dry, hard and prone to cracks.

　　“Hot weaning affects my psychology”

　　Weaning is a physical and psychological challenge for me. I have to take it slowly and let me gradually adapt. Who will drink milk when I find better food?

　　Doctor's explanation: Breastfeeding is not only a source of food for the baby, but also a source of comfort and intimacy. Hot weaning methods such as applying chili pepper or bitter medicine on the nipples to prevent the baby from breastfeeding will not only make the baby feel cheated, but also create a sense of distrust in the mother and even the world. It will also cause the baby's anger and anxiety, which will have a long-term negative impact on his psychology. At the same time, mothers may develop mastitis due to engorged milk. healthy question.