A baby born with the help of forceps is having trouble breastfeeding. You suggest to the mother that:

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Adjusting the way a baby is positioned at the breast can alleviate discomfort for a baby with bruising or transient nerve damage after a birth assisted by forceps or a vacuum extractor. For instance, rather than the cradle-hold, the mother may want to try the football hold, being careful not to compress any areas of the baby's head or cheeks that may be bruised. Permanent nerve paralysis is rare, though birth trauma may need to be treated. Some babies benefit from chiropractic care, or craniosacral therapy after an instrumental delivery. Using a bottle of expressed breastmilk or formula has no benefit in this situation.

A Baby Born with the Help of Forceps Is Having