A newborn needs to nurse at least 10 to 12 times each day. Many newborns nurse even more than this. Most babies spend at least 30 to 40 minutes breastfeeding per feed. Allow your little one to control the feed, coming off your breast relaxed and satisfied. It is very rare for a mother to have insufficient glandular tissue.
Babies can also play a part in insufficient milk supply.
Underlying health problems in the infant need to be ruled out by your baby's health care provider. There may be problems with your baby's suck. This may make it very difficult for him to be able to nurse properly until the frenulum is clipped, or in some cases stretches on its own over time. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for personal medical attention, diagnosis or hands-on treatment. If you are concerned about your health or that of a child's, please consult your family's health care provider immediately and do not wait for a response from our professionals.