Many of the breastfeeding challenges I see stem from poor positioning. If nipples are cracked, bleeding, painful or blistered, positioning and improved latch often fixes this.
To achieve a deeper latch, I often recommend the nipple-to-nose technique.
Use your thumb to slightly angle the nipple upward.
Place your nipple just below your baby's nose. Babies smell mama's milk and it often stimulates them to open wide.
Keep baby's chin tucked into the breast and when he opens wide, use your thumb to gently guide the nipple deep into babe's mouth while bringing him slightly upward toward the breast.
Your baby should have a good portion of the areola (the dark part of the breast) inside the baby's mouth and not just the nipple. More of the bottom than the top of the areola is preferred but you have to find a good fit for both you and your baby.
To achieve a deeper latch, I often recommend the nipple-to-nose technique.
Use your thumb to slightly angle the nipple upward.
Place your nipple just below your baby's nose. Babies smell mama's milk and it often stimulates them to open wide.
Keep baby's chin tucked into the breast and when he opens wide, use your thumb to gently guide the nipple deep into babe's mouth while bringing him slightly upward toward the breast.
Your baby should have a good portion of the areola (the dark part of the breast) inside the baby's mouth and not just the nipple. More of the bottom than the top of the areola is preferred but you have to find a good fit for both you and your baby.
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