Effect of frenotomy on maternal breastfeeding symptoms and the relationship between maternal symptoms and problematic infant feeding

In this study of 102 mother-infant dyads, we found that there was a decrease in maternal breastfeeding symptoms after frenotomy, including improvement in painful and difficult latch, creased/cracked nipples, bleeding or abraded nipples, chewing of the nipple, and feelings of depression. Symptoms of problematic infant feeding (as measured by the Neonatal Eating Assessment Tool) were significantly lower 2 weeks after frenotomy.

Authors: Rebecca Hill, Karen Lyons, Susan Kelly-Weeder, & Britt Pados

Publication information: Global Pediatric Health. 2022. doi: 10.1177/2333794X211072835

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