Nikki wrote:  "...That even when a nipple is grievously damaged,
correcting the latch will enable a mother to nurse without pain? I
haven't
had that experience. Usually when the nipple is exquisitely painful, the
mother instinctively flinches away when attempting to latch. There is no
point continuing then; so pump and cup or bottle feed until she feels
ready
to try again. "

I know someone who refers to this as a "nipple vacation." :-)

Johanna Berger, LSW
Breastfeeding Counselor
Bala Cynwyd, PA


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