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Flat nipples using nipple shield

2022-12-31 01:21:28
Hi , i delivered baby on 34 week ,with 2kg, i have flat nipple.i tried syringe/puller still it goes inside with a minute, now iam using pigeon nipple shield for breastfeeding. can i use nipple shield .does this decrese milk supply going forward. does he switch to direct latch easily in future???
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Yes u can A nipple shield will not affect milk production

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U may use

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U can use.. just keep trying direct latching in between

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Connect please

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U can use

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You can use nipple shield

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u can use..no problem in future

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