Understanding common breastfeeding challenges
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Pain during breastfeeding is a common challenge, most often caused by a poor latch and inadequate milk transfer. Aim for a wide-open mouth and a deep, asymmetric latch (not perfectly centered on the nipple). Position the baby “nose to nipple” before latching to encourage a better latch. Additional support is available via virtual or in-person sessions.
breastfeeding: Feeding a baby with milk directly from the breast.
latch: How the baby’s mouth attaches to the breast. A deep latch helps reduce pain and improves milk flow.
milk transfer: The movement of milk from the breast to the baby during feeding. Poor transfer can lead to pain and less effective feeding.
asymmetric: Refers to positioning the nipple off-center in the baby’s mouth so more of the lower areola is inside, which helps create a deeper, more comfortable latch.
nipple: The part of the breast the baby latches onto; its position affects comfort and milk transfer.
latching: The act of attaching the baby to the breast. Good technique includes a wide-open mouth and a deep, asymmetric latch.
nose to nipple: A positioning cue: align the baby’s nose with the nipple before latching to encourage a wide-open mouth and deep latch.