For the last couple of days, Jack (2 weeks old) has been feeding for 5 mins then pulling off (arching his back & kicking his legs), he'll then reattach, but only for a couple of minutes at a time. As the feed continues, he gets more distressed & starts crying, which progresses to all out screaming. And I work at burping him every 3 to 5 mins, depending on how well he's feeding (and how much air I hear him gulp, which is usually related to hunger, or sleeping on the job). He also looks hungrier and hungrier.

I know it's not from lack of milk - the poor kids seems to get drowned sometimes! He's a very good sucker, and the attachment is usually good (unless he's super hungry, or falls asleep). I have large breasts (& flat nipples), and unless we feed twin-style, i do have to hold some breast out of the way so he can breathe (if there's any tips for that - I'll take 'em!). Generally, he attaches better twin-style, but appears to be more satisfied the other way.

I think it's gas pain, but I can't seem to get it all up. He starts sucking on his fists madly (when not at the breast), which I assume is to try to sooth himself. He's even cried himself to sleep, which is just breaking my heart. I try burping him in as many positions as I can think of, and they just seem stuck.

Thanks for reading & thanks in advance for any clarification on why he's doing it (and how I can help him).