Perhaps mom can use a baby sling. That might make Breastfeeding easier for her.

Gail Hertz, MD, IBCLC, FABM 
Author of The Little Green Book of Breastfeeding Management
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> On Jan 14, 2014, at 8:43 PM, Ruth Berkowitz <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
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> Dear Wise women,
> 
> I have a client that I am seeing (permission to post) with Ehler Danlos (hypermobility classification), which is causing her severe joint pain and frequent dislocations with the need for bracing.  Her rheumatologist and other health professionals do not see any reason to discontinue breastfeeding.  Her baby is now 12 weeks and growing well.
> 
> Breastfeeding is going well.  We have discussed different holds, manners of play, etc. However, she would like to know if there is anything else that might help.  She is seeing an occupational therapist as well and does make use of splints and braces.
> 
> Thanks,
> Ruth Berkowitz, IBCLC, Grad. Dip counselling
> Melbourne Aust.
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