Certified Breastfeeding Counselor (CBC) Practice

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What are the reasons a baby might prefer one side during breastfeeding?

Clavicle fracture
Cephallhematoma on one side
Subtle positioning
High milk supply on that side

The correct answer is: Subtle positioning

During breastfeeding, a baby might prefer one side due to subtle positioning issues. This can be caused by factors such as the baby finding a more comfortable latch or position on one side compared to the other. It is essential to address and correct these subtle positioning problems to ensure that the baby can feed equally well from both breasts. Clavicle fracture (Option A) is not a common reason for a baby to prefer one side during breastfeeding; it is a medical condition that would require medical attention but is not typically related to breastfeeding preference. A cephallhematoma (Option B) is a collection of blood between a baby's skull and the periosteum, but it is not a reason why a baby might prefer one side during breastfeeding. High milk supply on one side (Option D) might lead to the baby favoring that side due to the faster flow of milk, but it is not the primary reason why a baby might prefer one side. Subtle positioning issues (Option C) are the most common cause of a baby preferring one side during breastfeeding.