Update on mom with difficult case of very sore nipples. (had history of soreness with all her children) Baby is now exclusively breastfeeding, no pumping, gaining weight. No thrush was ever found, palate was normal, no tongue/frenulum problem. Mom started positioning some feeds without pain and now is doing all feeds ok except stinging sensation sometimes. I feel she did improve her latch technique. Mom feels much better about breastfeeding and is enjoying this baby. Thanks to all suggestions from you. Though I am still not sure what exact problem was beyond poor latch technique, I am glad things are better. Helen *********************************************** The LACTNET mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software together with L-Soft's LSMTP(TM) mailer for lightning fast mail delivery. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html