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Breastfeeding Aversion Response (BAR) affects one in five Australian moms, causing intense negative feelings during direct breastfeeding. Unlike Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex, BAR lasts throughout the feed. Experts note its a common physiological reaction with mental health effects. Moms may feel touched out, angry, trapped, or violated, impacting their confidence and bonding with the baby. Strategies to manage BAR include distractions, changing positions, deep breathing, positive self-talk, and setting time limits. Support from partners, midwives, or online groups is crucial. Awareness is growing, but many mistake BAR for postpartum depression. With understanding and tools, most women continue nursing successfully.

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