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Table 1 Reasons for attending the Drop-in Service

From: Breastfeeding support at an Australian Breastfeeding Association drop-in service: a descriptive survey

If you attended for breastfeeding support what were the main reasons that you needed support? (select all applicable)

Responses

N =

Tongue tie

31

Sore/damaged nipples

29

Baby unable to latch

27

Lip tie

19

Breast refusal

13

Low supply

12

Mastitis/block ducts

10

Concerns about baby’s weight

10

Over supply

8

Gastric reflux

8

Other (please specify)

8

Unsettled at the breast

6

Information

5

Sleep and settling issues

4

Blocked nipple pore (white spot)

2

Lactose intolerance

1

Return to work planning

1

Allergies

0

Help with weaning

0

Preparing for breastfeeding whilst pregnant

0

Number of Participants who answered

51