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Nipple shield usage
What happens if nipple shield is not sterilised properly?
Mother is using nipple shield to breastfeed because of inverted nipples. Nipple shied is boiled once in a day. Rest of the day, nipple shield is washed with plain lukewarm water. Is this okay?
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Dr. Nikhil Mehrotra
Pediatrician
11 yrs exp
Noida
That is fine no need to boil shield everytime
Maintain hygiene of nipple shield
Wash everytime before use with warm water
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