Lactation Protocols- Baby Refusing the Breast

Description

Decision Tree + 13 Targeted Protocols
By a Nurse Practitioner & IBCLC

Few things feel more stressful than when your baby suddenly refuses to breastfeed. Whether it’s a temporary nursing strike or ongoing feeding challenges, this guide provides clear, step-by-step support to help you troubleshoot and gently get your baby back to the breast.

✔ Simple decision tree to help identify the cause
✔ 13 targeted protocols for common reasons babies refuse the breast
✔ Practical strategies for newborns and older babies
✔ Guidance for resolving nipple confusion, pain-related refusal, distractions, illness, and more
✔ Tools to protect milk supply while working through the process

Created by a Nurse Practitioner and IBCLC, this resource combines clinical insight with compassionate, realistic strategies to help you work through one of breastfeeding’s toughest challenges.