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Feeding issue

2019-12-21 09:11:39
My baby is 20 days old and she is not latching so I started giving her bottle with top feed .. for two days she was latching but because I had pain in nipples I gave her bottle and now she is not latching not even trying and even milk supply is not much tht she starts latching .. need help ..
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Usage of bottle for feeding will make breastfeeding more difficult because baby will get used to the bottle nipple. Visit a lactation consultant or a doctor /nurse and get proper guidance regarding breastfeeding positioning and attachment. For the time being, give formula feed using cup and spoon.

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U must consult a lactation consultant.....

Answered2019-12-21 09:21:09

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There is nipple confusion visit lactational counsler

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