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Family Tree Doula WE HAVE ONE GOAL: To provide the professional, practical, stabilizing support that equips families to thrive. Office: 503-630-4063
The choice to feed a baby human milk from a source other than the baby’s mother should be made in consultation with the baby’s healthcare provider because the nutritional needs of each baby depend on many factors including the baby’s age and health.
Feeding a baby should be an enjoyable experience for all involved, however when baby repeatedly refuses to feed despite being hungry this makes feeding a frustrating and stressful experience for all involved. Identifying the cause is essential if the problem is to be resolved. This article describes reasons why hungry babies refuse to eat.
Babies with cleft palate commonly have feeding difficulties. Because the roof of the mouth is not formed completely, babies with cleft abnormalities often have trouble creating enough suction to pull milk from a standard bottle or the breast.
What Is Finger Feeding? There is a specific technique where a feeding tube attached to a finger can be used to deliver breastmilk or formula to the child. Termed as finger feeding, it allows the baby to suck on the finger like a breast and learn to feed the natural way.

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