She can also help Leaders with ideas for handling difficult counseling situations. Presence of multiple factors is of special concern. While a mother must decide what is best for her baby, a Leader should encourage her to seek the advice of a health care provider when there are potential medical problems. Baby is not gaining weight well or is losing weight. Baby seems to be lethargic or is unresponsive.
Baby cries excessively.
Mother has not discussed the situation with her health care provider. Mother states her belief in following a feeding schedule. Mother does not have an understanding of typical infant development. Mother has conflicting feelings. This Web page is maintained by the La Leche League International Public Relations Department .