6 signs your baby has a bad case of FOMO (and what you can do about it)
As any new parent can attest, it’s natural to wonder what non-family friendly shenanigans your mates might be up to while you’re busy living in your new baby bubble. Sometimes, the FOMO is all too real. But it’s not just you who might occasionally suffer from a fear of missing out – your baby could too, which might explain why she hasn’t slept in what feels like 137 years and brings the house down every time you attempt to lay her in her cot.
From resisting sleep to being a fussy feeder, FOMO babies can be hugely challenging. If you identify with any of the signs below, you might just have a FOMO baby on your hands (yay!). But fret not, there’s plenty you can do to restore harmony in your household …
3. FOMO baby wants to feed … but also doesn’t
You know the drill – your baby has latched on to the breast or bottle … but then pulls away to have a good look around the room. Then latches on again, only to pull away again moments later. Argh!
While it might seem like your FOMO baby is scared of missing out on something, it could be that your little one is being overstimulated by sounds, sights or even smells in their surroundings. If possible, try to feed your baby in a place with minimal distractions. Alternatively, an oversupply or fast flow of milk might mean that your breastfed baby needs to keep coming up for air. For further support and advice on this, visit the Australian Breastfeeding Association.