Category: Common Challenges

Breastfeeding isn’t always easy—and that’s okay. You’re not alone. This section covers common breastfeeding challenges like low milk supply, sore nipples, engorgement, mastitis, and more. Learn what causes these issues and how to treat them. Get real solutions, simple tips, and support to help you keep going with confidence.

  • Why Is My Baby Crying? Possible Reasons for Crying

    Why Is My Baby Crying? Possible Reasons for Crying

    As a first-time parent, it can sometimes be hard to work out what your baby is trying to tell you; are they hungry, cold, thirsty, bored, or looking for a cuddle? Here is a page with the different baby cries and how to identify each. In the early days, when you have not yet learned…

  • Breastfeeding and Pacifiers

    Breastfeeding and Pacifiers

    When is it okay to use a pacifier? Baby pacifiers should not be used before six weeks of breastfeeding or before breastfeeding is fully established. This is so your baby does not replace your breast with the pacifier. If a baby drinks less from the mother’s breasts, the mother’s Prolactin levels will decrease, and she…

  • Tongue and Lip Tie Issues While Breastfeeding

    Tongue and Lip Tie Issues While Breastfeeding

    What Is a Lip Tie? A lip tie is when the top lip is tied to or attached to the upper part of the gum.  A piece of skin called a frenulum connects the underside of the top lip and the upper gum.  When this frenulum is too tight or situated too low, it affects…

  • Hair Loss While Breastfeeding – Is It Normal?

    Hair Loss While Breastfeeding – Is It Normal?

    If you are losing hair, thinking that it’s breastfeeding that’s causing it, let me put your mind at ease, it is not. Most mothers lose hair after giving birth (especially three months postpartum), whether they breastfeed or not. Hair loss after pregnancy is normal and temporary; most times, a mother will return to her usual…

  • Dealing With a Breast Abscess While Breastfeeding

    Dealing With a Breast Abscess While Breastfeeding

    A breast abscess is a painful lump in the breast tissue. This is one of the most serious breastfeeding problems, but is also very rare, occurring in only about 6% of all breastfeeding mothers who develop mastitis and recurrent plugged ducts. A breast abscess usually results when a mastitis infection has been left untreated. It…

  • Baby Biting While Breastfeeding

    Baby Biting While Breastfeeding

    Is Baby Biting Again? Teething may result in some fussy nursing behavior. Your Bambino may be feeling some gum discomfort. The baby’s “teething age” is usually from about five months to two years of age. A teething baby might pull off frequently and fuss or even bite you. Some Moms think they need to wean when Babe starts…

  • Got a Breastfeeding Headache? Know the Triggers and How to Prevent Them.

    Got a Breastfeeding Headache? Know the Triggers and How to Prevent Them.

    A breastfeeding headache is more common than you would think. There are ways to rectify, prevent and at least make it a bit more bearable. If you suffer from constant migraine headaches, you should see your doctor. Let your doctor know that you are breastfeeding. What Can Cause a Breastfeeding Headache? When Hormones Cause Breastfeeding…

  • Sore, Cracked Nipples – What You Need to Know for Fast Relief

    Sore, Cracked Nipples – What You Need to Know for Fast Relief

    Sore, cracked nipples are a common breastfeeding challenge—but they don’t have to mean the end. With the right latch, gentle care, and smart prevention, healing is possible. This guide offers real solutions that work fast, so you can breastfeed more comfortably and confidently, even during the toughest early days.

  • Itchy Nipples While Breastfeeding – Causes and Natural Treatment

    Itchy Nipples While Breastfeeding – Causes and Natural Treatment

    In this article, we will explore the various causes of itchy nipples while breastfeeding and discuss treatment and home remedies that may help provide relief. Cracked, Irritated Skin Itchy nipples while breastfeeding are often caused by dry, cracked, or irritated skin on the nipples. This may be due to the sensitivity of the nipple tissue,…

  • Irregular Periods While Breastfeeding

    Irregular Periods While Breastfeeding

    Irregular periods while breastfeeding are quite common. Any stimulation at the breast causes the body to give off hormones that aid in milk production and suppress menstruation. This process is called Lactational Amenorrhea. Bleeding or Spotting During Breastfeeding Some bleeding is expected after childbirth, which is sometimes mistaken for a menstrual cycle. If your baby is…