Yeah!! Cheers!!      I have also used this term when charting or
teaching nurses or parents.  I also say 'lower than center and as deeply
as possible onto areola.'  I also say often 'It is a misconception that
babies nurse on nipples, (and their eyes widen)  babies really need to be
on the areola because that is where the milk ducts are, and the nipple is
mainly the pores where the milk comes out.'  then  go on to explain the
support hand really should be flat on the ribs or chest with only one
finger underneath the breast (or two maybe under a large breast), so the
entire lower areola is available for the baby, and at this point usually
draw in the father as a 'team player'  (and team is a guy word, I usually
see instant understanding in their eyes) because he has a clearer view of
the lower breast, as it is a 'blind spot' (as in driving, the place over
your shoulder) for mom.  So Dad can help target the baby's lower lip to
contact way low on the areola and the upper lip just over the nipple, and
clue mom in if latch is incorrect or baby's mouth has slipped off
somewhat.   Many, many moms have said 'Oh this feels better now'.  And
dads are empowered with knowledge to be a great team member!!  I usually
say it helps to have 4 hands the first couple of weeks with
breastfeeding....that comment seems to relieve the feelings of
awkwardness for lots of moms and draws dad in.     One father said 'What
about the first 18 years!'    Bravo!!!     A great statement which I now
share with lots of families!!  Thank you to the dad out there who said it
first!!
      Susan in Minnesota
       rn ibclc

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