i had c section 12 days ago, my baby is not able to breast feed directly, i have to use silicon nipple for him to latch, please suggest some solution

1 Answer

Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children1 Year ago

A. there can be some latching problem which has to be addressed at present it in use nipple shield and seed the baby expressed milk you can see the doctor for revaluation

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