BookmarkBookmarkTickBookmarkAddCheckBoxCheckBoxFilled

Q&A: Baby Keeps Biting Me While Nursing?

My baby keeps biting me while she's nursing. I've tried telling her "no" — it didn't help. She thinks it's funny. How do I make her stop?
save article
profile picture of Jeanne Cygnus, IBCLC, RLC
By Jeanne Cygnus, IBCLC, RLC, Lactation Specialist
Updated March 2, 2017
Hero Image

When you tell her “no,” are you offering the breast (or other food) right afterwards? If so, try holding off on this for at least 10 to 15 minutes — even if baby gets upset. You don’t want to reward her for biting. After a few days of this, most babies will take the hint that biting equals good-bye breast. (And if she laughs at your “no,” try not to crack up. She needs to know you mean business.)

Please note: The Bump and the materials and information it contains are not intended to, and do not constitute, medical or other health advice or diagnosis and should not be used as such. You should always consult with a qualified physician or health professional about your specific circumstances.

save article
Related Video

Next on Your Reading List

ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Article removed.
Name added. View Your List