One of the things that helps with getting the tongue down is the Charm
Hold for sucking.  I am not a suck training expert.  Maybe someone who is
will be able to add more.  Also I would try nursing positions where the
baby is face down with mom lying on her back (prone positions).  You can
try this lateral, floating, over the shoulder etc.  Great descriptions
and nice photos of all of these positions in Lactation Forms: A Guide to
Lactation Consultant Charting by Marmet and Shell.

Has the baby been properly checked for tongue-tie?

Hope this helps.

Sarah

Sarah Friend Barnett   LLLL, IBCLC
Bronx (New York City), NY  -  [log in to unmask]
" You are not obliged to finish the task,
 neither are you free to neglect it."       R. Tarfon

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