Barbara..... Have you suggested Mom use some of that gum soothing gel
before nursing, baby motrin (or whatever her HCP recommends) a short
while before feeding, a nipple shield to serve as "protection" for Mom's
tender skin?  I wonder if this little one bites only towards the end of
a feeding?  My daughter did this, and I limited her feeding times when I
noticed the pace of her suckling slowing down.  Is Mom able to recognize
the subtle feel of the baby's tongue pulling back in order to facilitate
a bite?  Hope this helps.

Congratulations on joining the ranks of IBCLCs!!!!!

Susan Wirtjes RN IBCLC

from Susan in Iowa (is this heaven?)

"What you permit, you promote"