Breastfeeding should not be painful. Sometimes it is an issue with the baby. Sometimes it is an issue with the breast. PT can help mom and/or baby so breastfeeding can be successful. Breastfeeding is already hard. PT can make it easier.

Common Issues:

Poor tongue mobility

Raynaud’s of the nipple (vasospasm)

Poor jaw mobility

Body Tension

Mastitis can be an infection or just inflammation. If treated while it is just inflamed, we can often prevent the need for antibiotics.

Mastitis can sometimes be a result of a poor latch or pumps with a poorly fitting flange or incorrect settings. These may be problems that also need to be addressed.

Infants can have issues with latching due to numerous issues. Sometimes it is because of restrictions in their own body, like torticollis or poor tongue mobility. Tension anywhere from the hips to the lips can make breastfeeding or bottle feeding more difficult.