Latching

Does newborn latch for comfort instead of really being hungry?

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Super Mom

Sometimes. The way they suck is completely different, so you can usually tell whether it’s for comfort or feeding:) When it’s for feeding, the sucking is usually stronger, rhythmic, and you can see/hear them swallowing. For comfort, they’ll do a few shallow sucks, then rest, then do a few more. Eyes are usually closed and they’re quite still and calm

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