DD doesn't cry as such but gets frustrated/worked up & let's me know it. I remain calm and talk gently with her & then offer the breast or other breast again. I get her up to burp and then try again a few minutes later. Sometimes she'll continue feeding if not I don't push it. The other thing is DD gets overtired very easily now-a-days so I always try to feed her before she does. Like MadB not pushing it but giving her the opportunity if she wants it sometimes works. The dummy sometimes works if she's overtired. I'm offering a feed every 1.5-2 hours in the day & that suits her. It's never for long as I said. I was coming into post just for reassurance that what I'm doing is ok, it feels ok but people around me always push solids or stricter routine so MY life is better. But I personally love this extra time with DD & feel we have a good understanding if I just listen to her. DD is not really a comfort feeder either she gets her fuel & is on her way to the next thing LOL. Although she likes to now always have a sip before settling for a nap which may be a way to help wind down.
I've put it down to the world has become such an interesting place to explore & feeding is something she's already mastered & takes for granted & it's probably just me not realizing how efficient her feeds have become. She has always been super active & alert from day 1 & while some babies lie quietly when awake DD has always wanted to be upright being involved & looking around. She hates lying down (which is part of the trouble with her frustration at having to feed) so I sometimes feed her upright sitting straddling my leg. This works best when we are out and about.
Perhaps Barb will have some more ideas or reassurance.





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