It may seem like feeding a baby should be pretty smooth sailing, after all, who doesn’t like to eat? Surely it is as easy as “have boob, feed baby,” right? The good news is that is usually the case!

Still, just because something is natural doesn’t mean it will always come naturally for everyone. After all, breathing is natural too and sometimes babies need help with that. Which is why we’re glad there are tools, equipment, specialists, treatments, therapies, and support for that very reason.

While many feeding journeys are smooth sailing, there are some common feeding challenges some may experience along the way. After all, your baby is brand new to everything, including feeding. In this section of our site, learn more about the most common feeding challenges, what can be done, and when to seek help from a baby feeding helper. From latching difficulties to a sleepy baby that isn’t feeding well, engorgement to inverted nipples, or mastitis to low milk supply, and more, find the information you need to support you in reaching your baby feeding goals.