6wo very fussy, esp around feeding

Hi!! My bub has been getting extra fussy this last week especially with feedings. I am EBFing but he has been crying a lot and when I try feed he is so distressed he won’t latch and when he does he will come on/off the boob. I can eventually get some milk in him but it’s a traumatic experience haha. But I worry he isn’t feeding well which is contributing to him being upset! I have tried a bottle at bed time to ensure he is getting some in. Has anyone else experienced this??

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On the same boat 🫠

6 week growth spurt my baby was the same but then got so much better half way of week 7. Week 6 was by far the hardest week we had with her. 🙃

Unfortunately, it’s normal at this age. Definitely in the same boat in the evenings.

Same here 🥺 its called ‘purple’ crying

PURPLE stands for:
Peak of crying: More crying each week, peaking at 6–8 weeks.
Unexpected: Crying can start and stop without a clear reason.
Resists soothing: Baby may keep crying despite your efforts.
Pain-like face: Baby can look as if in pain, even when not.
Long lasting: Episodes can last several hours a day.
Evening: Crying often increases in the late afternoon or evening

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