I had huge problems breast feeding my daughter I tried for 3 weeks with one inverted nipple I used a nipple shield on that breast and fed normally on the other. I ended uping the nipple shield on both because my breasts were too full and it was the most stressful experience of my life. I want to breast feed my second child desperately. has anyone else experienced this and is it possible to breast feed at all with this problem?
2006-12-12 18:59:54 · 5 answers · asked by cmayshe 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
You should start going to La Leche League before the baby comes if you can. You'll build a support group of other nursing moms and get to know the Leader. Then you'll be more comfortable calling her for help post-partum if you need it.
Consider wearing breast shells in your bra between feedings to draw out the nipple instead of fussing with the nipple shields. You can also pump just a little before feedings to draw out the nipple and make latching easier.
Nursing frequently will help to prevent the engorgement. Engorgement is a sign that either you have too much milk (common early on because your body doesn't know if you had triplets! LOL!) or not nursing frequently enough. Early on you need to be nursing AT LEAST every 2 hours, from the start of one feeding to the start of the next. Cabbage leaves can be used to treat engorgement. Also, apply cold between feedings for the swelling and HEAT prior to feedings to soften up the breasts and get things flowing.
Hope this helps!
Two great links for you below.
2006-12-13 00:31:24 · answer #1 · answered by momma2mingbu 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I heard that if you use the nipple shield for a while your nipple will eventually stay out and because of the baby suckling. It is also okay to only feed on one breast the whole time you nurse. Your body will know and provide enough nutrition on that side only. Any more questions on breastfeeding go to www.Babytalkhomemaker.blogspot.com Look in the archives or ask a question in the comments.
Lisa
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2006-12-13 03:05:30 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Hi.inverted nipplse are not much case of concerns.many of the woman now a days have that and they are successfull in doing breast feeding.There are techniques by which you can erect even an inverted nipple and so in that way you will not be having any more problems breast feeding your child.
For more information you can consult any known doctor or you can ping me.I will be online for some more time on yahoo.
thanks.
2006-12-13 03:33:11 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
YES it is I worked on the L&D floor & saw woman w/ both nipples inverted succesfully breast feed. Ask your OB or call the hospital where you will deliver & ask to speak with a lactation consultant they will have you come in a few times & show you techniques as well as products you can also ask that they come in your room right after delivery to help, they will come in at every feeding if you need them and witht their help by the time you leave the hospital you should be a old pro!
2006-12-13 03:04:52 · answer #4 · answered by notAminiVANmama 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Of course you can! Try to get some help from a lactation consultant or a La Leche League leader. Here are some links that might help, too:
http://breastfeeding.com/all_about/all_about_myths4.html#M4_1
http://www.lalecheleague.org/FAQ/flat.html
http://www.pregnancy.org/article.php?sid=2704
2006-12-13 03:14:09 · answer #5 · answered by Ducky's Mom 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋