Have you been eating any spicy foods? I'm not sure what they all are, but cabbage & spicy foods can give bub's a bit more of a belly ache if you're eating them. Possibly its something like that?
Sorry, I'm not much help.
Try allowing her to really really finish the first boob before giving her the next one. I'm wondering if she has got stronger and sucks harder and is almost frightening herself with the squirts!
If you can try and relax physically yourself you will also find it easier.
How often is she feeding? And 1 side or 2 each feed? And is she gaining weight and weeing happily?
Is your nipple still round after each feed, or is it a strange shape??
I think you should pick a quiet time for you and call the ABA helpline on 1800 mum2mum and have a chat to an expert - I don't actually think you have a major problem, but some reassurance and suggestions on how to improve matters wouldn't go astray,
I wonder about your diet too. but if it is only happening whilst you are feeding maybe your let down is too quick for her? Or maybe you could try releasing some of her wind before each feed. peddling her legs or pushing her knees into her tummy in a circular motion. Also are you sure that she is hungry when u fed her? does she go long between feeds or is she asking to feed cos it comforts her when she has belly pain? Sorry lots of questions. I hope you work it out. I have been feding now for 10 1/2 months and I have had small issues but you are doing the right thing by asking for help. Mummies are smart and I hope that someone has a suggestion that helps
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