Did you know that your nipples don't have to hurt while you breastfeed? 😳 One of our favorite things is helping moms reach their breastfeeding goals-and not having to sacrifice your nipples in the meantime! 😬🙌🏼🎉
Our newborn exams include breastfeeding specific needs. The way that a baby's jaw, palate, tongue, neck, diaphragm, and cranial bones work together are crucial in your baby being able to remove milk well and comfortably.
Reasons that may mean that your baby's mechanics are affecting your nursing:
1️⃣creased or flattened nipples
2️⃣pain on one side of the other
3️⃣plugged ducts/mastitis baby unlatching right after latching
4️⃣babe preferring one side over the other
5️⃣babe having a strong gag reflex
6️⃣feeling like babe is having to work extra hard to remove milk
While other things can add to this, if you're already working with an IBCLC, and your momma gut tells you that something is still affecting your nursing-we work with you and your IBCLC to help you reach your goals.
This sweet baby's momma saw me through her pregnancy to prepare for her home birth, and knew she wanted to have him checked to make sure he was doing well. He was so peaceful all through his exam and adjustment. We are so honored to help parents transition of bringing baby home.
