does exclusively pumping reduce supply,my baby refuses to take bm directly, however hard I try

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AbhayaMom of a 15 yr 8 m old boy4 years ago

A. Hi mom No, pumping does not reduce breast milk supply. May be of the flat or inverted nipples baby is not able to feed. Try using nipple shield to feed ur baby. Exclusive breastfeed ur baby till six months. Take care

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