12. Breastfeeding Baby to Sleep: Is baby getting enough milk if she falls asleep while breastfeeding?

Is breastfeeding to sleep bad?

Will breastfeeding to sleep create bad sleep habits?

Does breastfeeding to sleep mean my baby isn’t getting enough milk?

Is it ever okay for my baby to fall asleep while breastfeeding? 

If you’ve ever been told that letting your baby nurse to sleep is a "bad,” this episode is for you. 

On today’s episode of Breastfeeding with Confidence, Jaimie Zaki, IBCLC, busts the myth that breastfeeding to sleep is bad. Jaimie discusses what's normal for your baby and when there could be a sign of a problem if your baby is falling asleep while breastfeeding. 

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:
✔️ Why nursing to sleep is actually a good thing
🚩 When falling asleep at the breast could signal a problem
💡 How to ensure an effective latch for better milk transfer
🤱 Why the “bad habit” myth causes unnecessary stress for moms

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📌 Episode Breakdown:
00:00 Introduction and Personal Update
00:37 Podcast Overview and Mission
00:58 Free Breastfeeding Class Invitation
01:57 Debunking Myths: Breastfeeding to Sleep
03:43 When Breastfeeding to Sleep is a Concern
06:09 Addressing Latching Issues
06:59 Get answers to Breastfeeding Questions inside Latching with Confidence Program
11:39 Encouragement and Next Episode Preview
11:56 Conclusion and Call to Action

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