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What is meant by the term 'Breast refusal'? Occasionally and sometimes for no apparent reason, your baby may actually refuse to feed from the breast. This can be extremely distressing for all involved. In this instance, patience and expert support is vital. During this period, maintain lactation by expressing frequently, whilst feeding your baby with EBM by spoon or cup. Periods of skin-to-skin contact should be enjoyed, until the baby is ready to return to the breast. Advice from your midwife, breastfeeding counsellor or lactation consultant is essential, but be assured that by expressing, you are still giving your baby the best nutrition. Hopefully these difficulties will be short lived. © Sharon Trotter   Article continues below advertisement   Back to Special BreastFeeding Circumstances     Special BreastFeeding Circumstances  Is it possible to breastfeed after breast surgery?  Can I still take the 'Contraceptive Pill' whilst breastfeeding?  Is it possible to breastfeed my baby who suffers from 'Downs Syndrome'?  What happens if I am ill, do I still continue to breastfeed?  What is meant by the term 'Breast refusal'?  more.... Breastfeeding Problems and Treatments  My baby suffers from colic. Is this common with breastfeeders and what can I do to help?  What can I do to avoid getting sore nipples? If they are sore, what are the recommended treatment  What is meant by 'engorgement' of the breasts?  What is meant by the terms blocked duct and mastitis and what treatments would you recommend?  My baby has thrush in his mouth. Can I catch it whilst breastfeeding?  more.... Frequently Asked Questions About Breast Feeding  Breastfeeding in the Early Days  Breastfeeding As Part Of Your Life  Breastfeeding Problems and Treatments  Special BreastFeeding Circumstances  General Breastfeeding Questions  more.... Latest Forum Discussions Suddenly quite aware of feeding in public Mastitis???? increasing your milk Silicone breast implants How to store breast milk when out for the day Baby prefers Right breast BREASTPUMPS???  What is a Baby Shower?  What Dads Really Think  What is Cord-Blood Banking?  Buy Baby Feeding Equipment  Read our Health Features