Hi, My little one seems to breathe faster / heavily after breastfeeding. I have been using nipple shield. Is this something to worry about? I have been doubting everything being a FTM.

1 Answer

Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children4 years ago

A. you should see that your feeding the baby in a comfortable position and the baby is able to breathe well and the baby is not too hungry while feeding you should give in intermittent gap

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