International Board of Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) Practice Exam

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When do babies usually exhibit distraction at the breast?

2-3 months
4-5 months and 8-10 months
6-12 months
12-18 months

The correct answer is: 4-5 months and 8-10 months

Babies typically begin to exhibit distraction at the breast between 4 to 5 months and again around 8 to 10 months. During these developmental stages, infants become more aware of their surroundings as their cognitive and sensory abilities start to mature. Between 4 and 5 months, infants are growing increasingly curious about the world around them. They are more alert and interested in visual and auditory stimuli, which can easily sidetrack them during breastfeeding. Then, around 8 to 10 months, as babies are becoming more mobile and starting to explore their environment, distraction can occur again. They may take in more visual information and be tempted to look around rather than focus on feeding. This pattern of distraction indicates significant developmental milestones, where sensory exploration and cognitive growth play crucial roles in how an infant interacts with their environment, including during breastfeeding sessions.