hi my baby not proper latching so many steps i tryed. she sucking nipples only not the areola area. and i have pain and cracked nipple when she feed pain in nipple what can I do. now i feed her freshly expressed breast milk it is safe

1 Answer

Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children3 years ago

A. nipcare ointment on the nipple and nipple shield to feed the baby haand it is advisable to consult your local doctor for proper examination and if it is need for appropriate investigations in this regard and far proper management of the problem

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