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Babies in my practice usually approach the breast with open eyes, and
continue to breastfeed with their eyes open with an intent look for a
substantial portion of the feeding. Their eyes flutter closed as they
approach satiety and relax into drowsiness. I've reviewed a bunch of my
own videos of babies latching and nursing to confirm this.
I wonder if we are all looking at different populations? I work with
most babies after hospital discharge, and see a substantial number of
older infants and even toddlers in my practice. I imagine newborns in a
hospital environment or an infant exposed to very bright light would be
more likely to close their eyes to block out the extra stimulation.
I video using natural light, I made sure my camcorder could work in low
light before purchasing it.
My own kids mostly nursed with their eyes open (after the sleepy newborn
period), and would play with me during bf, putting their fingers in my
mouth for me to kiss or pretend to nibble on, etc. My favorite times
were when they let go to smile and milk would dribble down the corner of
their mouths. Wish I had photos!
Catherine Watson Genna, IBCLC NYC
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