When Breastfeeding Feels Like It's Not Working
- Chelsea Lactation & Postpartum Care
- Aug 29
- 2 min read
Updated: Sep 2
✨ Struggling with breastfeeding? You don’t have to figure this out alone. Book an in-home breastfeeding consult or virtual breastfeeding support to get the help you and your baby deserve.
You’re Not Failing—Breastfeeding Is a Learned Skill
If breastfeeding feels harder than you expected, you’re not alone. Many new parents picture breastfeeding as something that “just happens naturally”—and then feel blindsided when it hurts, baby struggles to latch, or feeds seem endless.
The truth is, breastfeeding is natural, but it doesn’t always come naturally. It’s a skill both you and your baby are learning together. And just like any skill, sometimes it takes guidance, encouragement, and a few tweaks to help things click.
Signs That Breastfeeding Could Use Some Support:
You might feel like something is wrong if:
Your nipples are cracked, sore, or bleeding.
Baby latches but pops off constantly.
Feeds seem to last forever, but your baby still seems hungry.
You’re worried your baby isn’t getting enough milk.
You feel stressed, anxious, or find yourself dreading the next feed.
Breastfeeding can usually be improved with the right support and help in identifying the root issue. Common culprits include:
Baby’s position at the breast.
Tongue tie or body tension.
Oversupply, undersupply, or slow letdown.
Recovery from birth interventions (like a C-section or use of forceps).
Lack of sleep, stress, or overwhelm.
How an In-Home Breastfeeding Consultation Can Help
This is where I come in. As a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist, I come to your home and work with you and your baby in the comfort of your own space.
During a consult, we’ll:
Go through a full feeding together to see what’s really happening.
Adjust positioning and latch for comfort and effectiveness.
Weigh your baby before and after a feed to measure milk transfer.
Create a personalized care plan to address your specific concerns.
Discuss ongoing support so you won’t feel alone in this.
Most parents notice improvement after just one session — and start feeling more confident, more comfortable, and more hopeful.
You Deserve Support
You don’t have to push through pain or guess your way through breastfeeding. With the right help, things can get better.
✨ Ready for breastfeeding to feel easier? Book your in-home breastfeeding consult or virtual breastfeeding support today, and we'll troubleshoot together. You and your baby deserve a helping hand.
