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Breastfeeding tips!
Last night, literally over night, my milk supply came in and my boobs slowly got harder and baby started struggling to latch as easily as he was. He’s also been a lot more keen to be on the boob.
Any tips for managing just how firm and painful they are right now? Or how I can get him to latch more successfully
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Amazing thank you so much xx
I agree with a few mins of hand expression before feeds. If you can sometimes do it in a warm shower then that’s ideal but appreciate that’s not very practical!
If you have a pump. Pump a little bit off so he can latch easier. When they swell the nipple can flatten and be difficult for them to latch properly. I have the same issue in the mornings currently! It'll get better as he feeds and empties them!
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1. Silicone nipple shields (not ideal for regular use, but it’s good for the occasional struggle when you’re too engorged to get a good latch) 2. Pump it out for a minute or two and offer the boob before the nipple shrinks again 3. Hand express (same as 2)