Wow, this is so fascinating.  I recently came across a mom who told me she wasn't sure she could breastfeed, and it had something to do with how she felt when her nipples were touched.  I didn't want to dig too deeply into this subject, as I am not experienced in that type of counseling.  It may not have anything to do with D-MER but  I can imagine a mom can experience it prenatally as well with nipple stimulation.  

In that same vein, I can imagine that using nipple stimulation/breast pumps to get labor started could have averse effects on a mom with this hormonal challenge.  I had one mom tell me she was so mad at the use of a breast pump during her labor that she refused to breastfeed.  Again, it may not have been a D-MER situation but if it were related to a rise in oxytocin, followed by a drop in dopamine - shoot what a mess a mom would be in labor.

I have been a childbirth educator for 7 years, and breastfeeding peer counselor for almost 2, and I am always amazed at the wealth of info shared on LactNet.  At least a couple of times a week I learn something new.  I thank all of you for your great wisdom and sharing.  I love being connected to this international community :-)

Lisa Paul, ICCE

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