UNSETTLED BABY

Most babies are unsettled at some time. It is normal for babies to be unsettled during the evening due to the change in the breastmilk which is much higher in fat when the breasts are less full. Here are some tips that can help when your baby is unsettled.

• Check baby has good attachment and you can hear good sucking and swallowing
  
• Offer both breasts at each feed
• Keep baby close and do skin to skin or wear baby in a wrap sling, this will comfort the baby and reassure him he is safe.
• Allow baby to cluster feed in an evening, do not restrict feeding as baby needs this higher fatty milk.
• Talk to your baby in a soothing voice
• Try using breast compression to maximise the amount of breastmilk your baby gets

If you feel your baby is unwell please seek medical advice.