Nursing your baby can be a journey, and it may not be exactly what you expected. Some new parents struggle with sore or cracked nipples or mastitis, while others find feeding a little easier. It can be a great way to bond with your baby, but is it normal to get turned on while you’re breastfeeding?
While arousal may not be the most commonly listed reaction to feeding, nursing can trigger strong involuntary responses within your body as hormones are released. And it’s important to remember that while these feelings may be confusing, they’re absolutely nothing to be ashamed of and may be more common than you might think.
Here, a Flo medical board member explains why you might feel aroused during breastfeeding and what’s happening to your hormones when you’re nursing.