Why Babies Suck (Paperback)
Dr James Thomas
ISBN 10: 1967587256 ISBN 13: 9781967587254
Editorial: Peaceful Profits, 2026
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Paperback. Is your baby struggling to feed?Are you exhausted, in pain, and wondering why something that should feel natural feels impossible?You are not alone. Many parents face babies who will not latch, painful feeds, and a constant sense that something is wrong. Those instincts matter. Feeding difficulties are often early warning signs of tongue tie, lip tie, or tethered oral tissues, also called TOTs. These conditions affect more babies than most parents are told and they are frequently missed, misdiagnosed, or dismissed.In Why Babies Suck, pediatric dentist Dr. James Thomas explains infant feeding challenges with clarity, compassion, and evidence-based guidance. This is not just a breastfeeding book. It is a practical roadmap for parents and professionals who want answers and options.Inside this guide, you will learn: Why painful feeding, poor latch, and clicking sounds matter Why reflux, colic, and gas may relate to oral function How to recognize signs of tongue tie, lip tie, and tethered oral tissues How body tension can affect feeding, head shape, comfort, and settling The therapy-first approach, including feeding support and bodywork before surgery When a frenotomy evaluation may help and when it may not How to build a care team that may include IBCLC, PT, OT, CST, and a pediatric dentist What questions to ask your pediatrician or lactation consultant How to advocate for your baby within the healthcare system Real stories from families who found answers after months of struggleThis book is for you if: Your baby struggles to latch or stay latched Feeding is painful despite good positioning Your baby has reflux, colic, or excessive gas You have been told this is normal, but your intuition says otherwise You are considering tongue tie release and want clear information You support families as a clinician or therapistWhat makes this book different is its whole-child, therapy-first perspective. Dr. Thomas combines clinical expertise with respect for parental intuition and collaborative care. You will learn how professionals can work together to support feeding, function, and comfort.Feeding your baby should not feel this hard. With the right support, it often does not have to be.Your baby is communicating. This book helps you listen. Perfect for parents, expectant families, lactation consultants, pediatricians, dentists, ENTs, therapists, doulas, midwives, and public health educators. Dr. James Thomas wrote Why Babies Suck after seeing too many parents apologize for their instincts. His book helps families understand when feeding feels hard for a reason-and what to do about it. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. N° de ref. del artículo 9781967587254
Sinopsis:
Why Babies Suck is a practical guide for parents whose babies struggle to feed.
Thousands of parents are told their baby’s feeding struggles are “normal newborn behavior.” Yet deep down, something feels wrong. Painful breastfeeding, constant feeding, reflux, gas, colic, and endless crying leave parents exhausted and searching for answers.
Why Babies Suck helps you understand what your baby may be trying to communicate during feeding and why some babies struggle from the very beginning. Written by Dr. Thomas, this guide helps parents recognize early feeding dysfunction and understand what steps can help their baby feed more comfortably.
Inside you will find:
- Clear signs that indicate common early infant feeding problems
- Why babies may struggle to latch to the breast or bottle
- Causes of painful breastfeeding, sore nipples, and nipple damage
- How feeding struggles connect to reflux, gas, colic, and sleep disruption
- Signs that oral function issues, such as tongue tie, lip tie, or buccal tie, may be involved
- Guidance on when to seek additional support for feeding challenges
- How to build the right care team to support your baby
Why parents trust this book:
- Written by Dr. Thomas, who has helped thousands of families understand infant feeding dysfunction
- Focused on real challenges parents experience during the first days, weeks, and months of life
- Helps parents recognize when feeding behavior may signal a deeper functional issue
- Clear explanations that help parents understand what their baby may be communicating during feeds
What you will learn:
- How to recognize early signs that your baby’s feeding system is not functioning efficiently
- Why babies may feed constantly yet still seem hungry
- How feeding dysfunction can contribute to reflux, gas, colic, and poor sleep
- What professionals may need to be part of your baby’s care team
- How trusting your parental intuition can help guide you toward the right support
Who does this book help:
- Expectant parents preparing for breastfeeding and newborn care
- Parents struggling with painful breastfeeding or poor latch
- Parents whose babies feed constantly, cry after feeds, or seem uncomfortable
- Families seeking answers about reflux, gas, colic, feeding struggles, and no sleep
- Professionals supporting infant feeding, including lactation consultants, pediatricians, dentists, chiropractors, osteopathic physicians, naturopathic physicians, doulas, midwives, physical therapists, occupational therapists, craniosacral therapists, and feeding specialists
Key features:
- Practical guidance focused on real newborn feeding challenges
- Clear explanations that connect feeding difficulties with common infant symptoms
- Easy-to-read format designed for exhausted parents looking for awareness and answers
- Evidence-informed insights drawn from years of clinical experience helping families
Many loved ones search for books to help first-time moms. Yet few resources explain the root cause of why breastfeeding or bottle feeding is difficult for some babies or why early feeding problems affect digestion, comfort, and sleep.
Why Babies Suck helps you see the full picture behind your baby’s feeding struggles so you can advocate for the support your baby needs.
Confident parenting starts here! Feeding your baby should not feel impossible. With the right understanding and the right team, it does not have to be.
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Título: Why Babies Suck (Paperback)
Editorial: Peaceful Profits
Año de publicación: 2026
Encuadernación: Paperback
Condición: new