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Mom of a 3 yr 7 m old boy3 years ago

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#asktheexperts Nipples too small for baby, have to use nipple sheild everytime to feed him. what should I do ??

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ExpertDr.Deepinder Kaur DhawanObstetrician and Gynaecologist3 years ago

A. use a breast pump before feeding session to make nipples. give only breastmilk till completion of Six month and feed more frequently for adequate hydration. give sunbath every morning

RashmiMom of a 11 yr old girl3 years ago

A. Hello ma’am Using a nipple shield is a very good idea and it is completely safe so you can use it if you do not want to use it then you can go ahead with expressing your breast feed with the help of a feeding bottle or breast pump and then feed it with a feeding bottle that is going to be rather more painful so these are two options that you have

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