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Latching & Attaching
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When Baby Won’t Breastfeed
Although babies have a strong instinct to breastfeed straight after birth, some babies may not seem interested in breastfeeding at first or may not seem able to…
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What is a Fast Let-Down?
When a baby starts to suckle, a reflex involving nerves and hormones (a neurohormonal reflex) releases milk from the breast. This reflex is known as…
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Scratch Mittens and Breastfeeding
Scratch mittens and integral scratch mittens on sleep suits are marketed to prevent babies scratching their face or eyes with their finger nails. Are scratch…
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Weaning From a Nipple Shield
Nipple shields can be a useful gadget to help a baby breastfeed in some situations. But what if a mother is ready to stop using them…
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Latching Tips
The way a baby attaches to the breast (latches) is important. If a baby has only got the nipple in his mouth, without a good…
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Breastfeeding Positions for Newborns
As long as breastfeeding feels comfortable and your baby is getting plenty of breast milk, it doesn’t matter which position you prefer to use. This article describes…
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High Muscle Tone
If a baby has high muscle tone (hypertonia) you may notice he seems to arch his back and hold himself very stiffly. A baby with…
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Causes of Sore Nipples
There are several possible causes of sore nipples when a mother is breastfeeding. The most common reason is a baby who is not latched (attached)…
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Mammary Constriction Syndrome
Mammary constriction syndrome (MCS) describes a type of deep breast pain during breastfeeding that can be resolved with pectoral muscle massage and stretching. The pain…
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Nipple Vasospasm and Breastfeeding
A vasospasm is a sudden narrowing (or constriction) of blood vessels. If the blood vessels in the nipple have a vasospasm this can cause nipple…