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Nipple shields

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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 10 March 2013 - 17:18

When I became engorged, I used nipple shields to help LO latch on easier/better, I now cannot seem to get him to now latch onto my nipple.

Are nipple shields ok to use throughout breastfeeding?

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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 10 March 2013 - 22:11
Hi EDF8, If you're comfortable with it I guess you can keep on using it. But life is just so much easier without it. :-) If I were u, I'd definitely meet a certified lactation consultant to help me and baby with the latch. I visited Dr Delphine a few months ago and she's great. She really spends the time with you. Also, if baby has tongue or lip tie, she's the one who can help. There is a group of Bf-ing mums on Facebbok, they're really helpful, so why not join us? :-) you can find all BF-ing related infos such as phone numbers to lactation consultants, introducing solids, BF-ing rooms in malls etc. Breastfeeding Q&A UAE
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 10 March 2013 - 20:17
Due to the different nipple stimulation it might affect supply down the track. I guess it depends on how long you intend to BF as to what to do. I read once to remove the shield once you have letdown to coax LO into feeding direct from the breast. Also I guess they might cause blocked ducts if they are not positioned well.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 10 March 2013 - 18:49
i dont see why not. i used they when i first started b/feeding as it was so sore. at least it will make the transition to bottle easy as LO will be used to the texture!
 
 

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