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Mom of a 8 yr 7 m old girl8 years ago

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I have very large nipples that my 35 days old baby is unable to suck and extract the needed milk. I have tried nipple shield also. It dint work out for me. My LO is still unable to do proper breast feeding. Can some one please suggest a solution?

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ExpertShyamala SathiaseelanLactation Educator and Counselor8 years ago

A. the size of your nipple doesn't matter. Do check deep latch technique video or Flipple technique video on YouTube for how to get a proper latch

Inaaya NazminGuardian of a 11 yr 3 m old girl8 years ago

A. may be you can have a session with a good lactation consultant who can help you getting baby a good latch

Author of questionMom of a 8 yr 7 m old girl8 years ago

A. Thank you for the prompt response Mam. I have tried that still is getting difficult. My nipple is very broad and big that only a part of the nipple gets into the mouth of my LO.

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